Ananya Panday Bio: Husband, Age, Parents, Net Worth, Height, Sister, Movies, Series

Biography

Ananya Panday, born on October 30, 1998, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi cinema. She is the daughter of actor Chunky Pandey and costume designer Bhavana Pandey.

Ananya debuted in 2019 with the romantic comedy Student of the Year 2, sharing the screen with Tiger Shroff and Tara Sutaria. Her performance earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.

She followed up with the romantic comedy Pati Patni Aur Woh, portraying a character in a love triangle. Her later films include the action-packed Khaali Peeli and the 2022 drama Gehraiyaan, where her performance garnered praise. In 2023, she starred in the hit film Dream Girl 2 and the coming-of-age drama Kho Gaye Hum Kahan.

Expanding her career into streaming, Ananya took on roles in the 2024 comedy series Call Me Bae and films like CTRL.

Ananya Panday
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Ananya Panday
Born:	30 October 1998 (age 26 years old)
Place of Birth:	Mumbai, India
Nationality:	Indian
Education:	Dhirubhai Ambani International School, University of Southern California
Height:	170 cm
Parents:	Chunky Panday, Bhavna Pandey
Siblings:	Rysa Panday
Spouse:	Not Married
Boyfriend • Partner:	Walker Blanco (2024), Aditya Roy Kapoor (2022 – 2024), Ishaan Khattar (2020 – 2022), Karan Mehta, Karan Jaising
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actress • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$9 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Ananya Panday, born on October 30, 1998, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, grew up in a Hindu family of Indian descent, specifically from the Hindi-speaking community.

Her father, Chunky Panday (Suyash Panday), is a prominent Bollywood actor, and her mother, Bhavana Pandey, is a former model and costume designer. Ananya has a younger sister, Rysa Panday.

She attended Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai, where she actively participated in extracurricular activities. Ananya later pursued studies in the arts, reportedly at the University of Southern California, but returned to India to focus on her acting career before completing her degree.

Career

Ananya Panday began her acting career in 2019 with the romantic comedy Student of the Year 2, directed by Punit Malhotra and produced by Karan Johar‘s Dharma Productions.

Starring alongside Tiger Shroff and Tara Sutaria, the sequel to the 2012 hit Student of the Year earned Ananya the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut, cementing her as a promising new talent in Bollywood.

Later, in 2019, she appeared in the romantic comedy Pati Patni Aur Woh with Kartik Aaryan and Bhumi Pednekar. A remake of the 1978 classic, the film performed well at the box office, though Ananya‘s performance received mixed reviews.

Her subsequent release, Khaali Peeli (2020), opposite Ishaan Khatter, struggled commercially. However, her acting prowess became more evident in streaming projects. In 2022, she starred in the Amazon Prime Video romantic drama Gehraiyaan alongside Deepika Padukone and Siddhant Chaturvedi, receiving critical praise for her performance.

In 2023, Ananya had a cameo in the comedy Dream Girl 2, her first film to cross 1 billion Indian rupee at the domestic box office. That year, she also headlined Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, a coming-of-age drama exploring the influence of social media, earning accolades for her portrayal of a Gen Z character. Her career gained further momentum with streaming projects.

In 2024, she appeared in the thriller CTRL, and the comedy series Call Me Bae, showcasing her versatility and affinity for urban-centric narratives. Known for selecting roles that address contemporary themes like technology and modern relationships, Ananya has positioned herself as a relatable and dynamic performer.

Looking ahead, she continues her collaboration with Dharma Productions, with projects like Shankara, a biopic starring Akshay Kumar, and the romantic film Chand Mera Dil.

Social Media

• Instagram: Ananya (@ananyapanday)
• Wikipedia: Ananya Panday
• IMDb: Ananya Panday
• Facebook: Ananya Panday
• TikTok: Ananya Panday (@ananyapandey600)

Personal Life

Ananya Panday is unmarried and does not have children. She has expressed interest in getting married within the next five years but has made no official announcements about engagement or marriage. Standing at approximately 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm), Ananya has had a notable dating history with several high-profile relationships.

Before her Bollywood debut, she was rumored to be dating Karan Jaising, son of fashion designer Monisha Jaising, though this was never confirmed. She was also linked to Karan Mehta, but this remained speculative. In 2020, Ananya reportedly dated her Khaali Peeli co-star Ishaan Khatter for about three years before their amicable breakup in 2022.

Rumors also swirled in 2018-2019 about her dating Pati Patni Aur Woh co-star Kartik Aaryan, though neither party addressed these speculations publicly. From 2022 to March 2024, Ananya was in a relationship with actor Aditya Roy Kapur, which gained public attention through their appearances on shows like Koffee With Karan. They ended their relationship in March 2024.

Later in 2024, rumors surfaced about her dating former model Walker Blanco, who confirmed their relationship with a social media post celebrating Ananya’s birthday in October 2024.

Net Worth

Ananya Panday‘s net worth is estimated to be around INR 74 crore (approximately USD 9 million). This wealth accumulation is attributed to her successful career in Bollywood, starting with her debut in “Student of the Year 2” in 2019, where she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.

Her earnings stem from acting fees, which are reportedly INR 3 crore per film, along with substantial income from brand endorsements. Ananya has been associated with high-profile brands like Skechers, Swarovski, and Maybelline, earning significant amounts for each endorsement. Additionally, her social media presence allows her to command high fees for sponsored posts, further contributing to her net worth.

Filmography

Movies

• 2019:
  • “Student of the Year 2” – Role: Shreya Randhawa
  • “Pati Patni Aur Woh” – Role: Tapasya Singh
• 2020:
  • “Khaali Peeli” – Role: Pooja
• 2022:
  • “Gehraiyaan” – Role: Tia Khanna
  • “Liger” – Role: Tanya
• 2023:
  • “Dream Girl 2” – Role: Pari Srivastav (Cameo)
  • “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan” – Role: Ahana Singh
• 2024:
  • “CTRL” – Role: Not specified
• 2025: (Upcoming)
  • “Shankara” – Role: Not specified
  • “Chand Mera Dil” – Role: Not specified

Television/Web Series

• 2024:
  • “Call Me Bae” – Role: Bae AKA Bella Chowdhary

Special Appearances

• 2023:
  • “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani” – Song “HeartThrob”