From Lake Como luxury to Forbes recognition, Ananya Panday is proving she’s more than just another Gen Z celebrity.
Ananya Panday is having a landmark year. She was just featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2025 for her contributions to entertainment and fashion, marking her as one of the most influential young names in India. She’s also confirmed to begin filming Call Me Bae Season 2, a buzzy Amazon Prime series that blends fashion, wit, and high society drama. Among her achievements, she recently shared glamorous snapshots from a family vacation in Lake Como, Italy, alongside her sister Rysa Panday. This mix of global style and business savvy is shaping her into a Gen Z icon who knows how to balance content and commerce.
Ananya Panday Biography:
- Full name: Ananya Panday
- Date of birth: October 30, 1998
- Education: Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai; enrolled in USC (deferred for acting)
- Married to: Unmarried
- Debut project: Student of the Year 2 (2019)
- Notable works: Gehraiyaan, Pati Patni Aur Woh, Liger, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, Dream Girl 2
- Awards and nominations: Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut (2019)
- Shows: Call Me Bae (Amazon Prime, 2024–present)
- Brand work: Puma, Lakmé, Skechers, Garnier
- Other facts: Founded So Positive, an anti-cyberbullying initiative; known for digital influence