Ananya Panday

Ananya Panday
Born	30 October 1998 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Actress
Years active	2019–present
Parents	Chunky Panday (father) Bhavana Panday (mother)
Known for	Student of the Year 2, Pati Patni Aur Woh, Gehraiyaan

Ananya Panday (born 30 October 1998) is an Indian actress who works in Hindi films. She made her debut in 2019 and quickly became one of the popular young actresses in Bollywood. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Early Life and Background

Ananya Panday was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She is the daughter of actor Chunky Panday and costume designer Bhavana Panday.

She studied at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai. From a young age, she showed interest in acting, fashion, and dance.

She grew up in a film-connected family and was often seen at public events, gaining attention as a young fashion icon.

Career

Ananya Panday made her Bollywood debut with Student of the Year 2 (2019). She gained attention for her performance and won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.

In the same year, she appeared in Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019), which became her first commercial success.

She continued her career with films like Khaali Peeli (2020) and Gehraiyaan (2022). Her performance in Gehraiyaan was appreciated and marked a turning point in her career.

She also acted in Liger (2022) and Dream Girl 2 (2023), further increasing her popularity.

Over time, she has moved from light roles to more mature and complex characters.

Achievements and Media Presence

Ananya Panday is known as a Gen-Z star in Bollywood. She is popular for her fashion sense and has appeared on magazine covers and fashion events.

She launched an initiative called So Positive, which focuses on spreading awareness about online bullying and promoting positivity on social media.

She has also been included in lists such as Forbes Asia's "30 Under 30".

Personal Life

Ananya Panday is unmarried. She shares a close bond with her family, including her younger sister Rysa.

She enjoys traveling, fitness, dancing, and photography. She is also active on social media and connects with her fans regularly.

Filmography

Films

• Student of the Year 2 (2019)
• Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019)
• Khaali Peeli (2020)
• Gehraiyaan (2022)
• Dream Girl 2 (2023)

Impact and Outlook

Ananya Panday is one of the leading young actresses in Bollywood. With her growing career and popularity, she continues to explore new roles and opportunities in the film industry.