Ananya Panday

Ananya Panday, born on October 30, 1998, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, is a prominent Indian actress known for her work in Hindi films. She is the daughter of actor Chunky Panday and costume designer Bhavana Pandey. Ananya made her acting debut in 2019 with Student of the Year 2, followed by roles in Pati Patni Aur Woh and Khaali Peeli. Her performances earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. In 2024, she starred in the critically acclaimed series Call Me Bae and the courtroom drama Kesari Chapter 2. +6+6The Best Biography+6ProPakistani+12The Best Biography+12+12WikiBio+4Bollywood Biography+4+4

Beyond acting, Ananya is a fashion icon and a vocal advocate for mental health and body positivity. She has been candid about the pressures of unrealistic beauty standards in the film industry, sharing her experiences of being labeled "too skinny" at 19 and later accused of cosmetic surgery at 25. Her openness aims to challenge these narrow ideals and promote self-acceptance. The Economic Times