Ananya Panday, daughter of veteran Bollywood actor Chunky Panday, is a rising star in the Indian film industry. This post delves into her life, career, and relationships.

Biography /Wiki

Ananya Panday, born October 30, 1998, in Mumbai, is a prominent Bollywood actress. She’s known for her roles in films like “Student of the Year 2” and “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan,” and her active social media presence.

She completed her schooling at Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai, and pursued higher education at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles.

Physical Appearance

Ananya stands at 5’7″ tall, weighs approximately 50 kg, and has a striking figure. Her dark brown eyes and black hair complement her features.

Family

Parents & Siblings

Ananya’s father, Chunky Pandey, is a well-known comedic actor in Bollywood, while her mother, Bhavana Pandey, is a homemaker. She has a younger sister, Rysa Pandey.

Relationships/Affairs

Ananya’s relationships have garnered media attention.

• She was previously linked to Karan Jaising.
• A three-year relationship with Ishaan Khattar ended in April 2022.
• A brief romance with Kartik Aaryan also ended. Their public comments on the relationship sparked discussion.
• She was rumored to be dating Aditya Roy Kapur. While not explicitly confirmed, subtle hints implied a relationship which ended in 2024.
• Rumors surrounding a relationship with Walker Blanco were confirmed by him on Ananya’s birthday in 2024.

Career

Ananya’s Bollywood debut was in “Student of the Year 2” (2019). Her subsequent roles have showcased her acting prowess.

Controversy

In 2021, Ananya was questioned by the NCB in relation to the Aryan Khan case.

Car Collection

Ananya owns a Range Rover 3.0 LWB HSE.

Favourites

Ananya’s preferences span various areas:

• Food: Chocolates, Pizza
• Actors (Bollywood): Varun Dhawan, Ranveer Singh
• Actors (Hollywood): Tom Hiddleston, Leonardo DiCaprio
• Actresses (Bollywood): Kajol, Deepika Padukone
• Actresses (Hollywood): Emma Stone, Jennifer Lawrence, Emma Watson
• Movies (Bollywood): “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,” “2 States,” “Student of the Year”
• Movies (Hollywood): “50 First Dates,” “Kung Fu Panda,” “Tangled,” “Harry Potter” series, “The Notebook,” “Scary Movie,” “The Dark Knight Rises,” “Titanic,” “A Walk To Remember”
• Singers: Zayn Malik, Enrique Iglesias, Coldplay, Eminem, Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Katy Perry, Drake, Justin Bieber
• TV Shows: “Castle,” “90210,” “The Big Bang Theory,” “Keeping Up With The Kardashians,” “How I Met Your Mother,” “Glee”
• Sports Star: Virat Kohli
• Footballers: Neymar, Wayne Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo
• Books: “Divergent” (Veronica Roth), “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants” (Ann Brashares), “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” (Jeff Kinney)
• Travel Destinations: Las Vegas, New York, London

Facts

Ananya is a dog lover, enjoys traveling, and occasionally drinks alcohol. She also bought her first house in November 2023.

In October 2024, she spoke about struggling with Imposter Syndrome. She won several awards including the Performer of the Year and Filmfare Best Actor (Female) – Critics Choice for her role in “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan.”

Awards and Recognition