An ’80s star, who became popular in Bangladesh and is now among Bollywood’s funniest men – that’s Chunky Panday for you. Join Ananya Panday on the latest episode of Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist as she discusses learning about the fickle nature of fame from her father’s journey and going to mom Bhavana for script advice. From fangirling over Alia Bhatt to her bond with Suhana Khan and Shanaya Kapoor, the actress gives a candid insight into her life in Bollywood.
26 October,2024 12:01 AM IST
Sure, she shares the Koffee couch with Sara Ali Khan now. But during her school days, Ananya Panday used to hide from her as she was scared of her moohfat nature. On Mid-day's latest Sit With Hitlist episode, Ananya recalls how Sara didn’t even know her name in their growing-up years and would refer to her as ‘Ae’. She also talks about Charlie's Angels - the WhatsApp group she shares with Shanaya Kapoor, Suhana Khan and Navya Nanda. Find out more about Ananya Panday's childhood and friends when the full episode is out on October 26.
25 October,2024 12:01 AM IST
How do you impress an "intellectual" like Shakun Batra? By talking world cinema, thought Ananya Panday. On the latest episode of Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist, the actor hilariously recalls how she was nervous about meeting her Gehraiyaan director and watched a few foreign films to break the ice. She also refers to the famous "struggle" jibe she was subjected to during a roundtable. Full episode out on October 26.
24 October,2024 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
At Manish Malhotra's star-studded Diwali bash, Bollywood celebs brought their fashion A-game. Rekha dazzled as always with her timeless charm, while Kiara Advani and her husband Sidharth Malhotra turned heads with their stylish looks. Sobhita Dhulipala, even amidst her wedding preparations, made a stunning appearance. Watch the full video to catch all the glitz and glam and see who wore what!
23 October,2024 10:37 PM IST | Mumbai
The Lakme Fashion Week 2024 was filled with star power, as celebrities like Sushmita Sen, Karisma Kapoor, Shraddha Kapoor, and Manushi Chhillar, among several others, walked the ramp for various designers and brands. Ananya Pandey wore a stunning red and black embroidered gown, while Shraddha Kapoor looked ravishing in a silver-toned lehenga. Sushmita Sen adorned a beautiful shimmery saree, and Karisma Kapoor rocked an ethnic ensemble. Soha Ali Khan looked regal in gold, and Tara Sutaria and Manushi Chhillar channelled their inner princesses.
15 October,2024 07:00 PM IST
Ananya Panday-starrer 'CTRL ' will be released on Netflix on October 4. Ahead of the film's premiere on OTT, the makers of the Vikramaditya Motwane directorial hosted a special screening in the city. Ananya Panday arrived in an oversized hoodie for the screening with her hair tied up in a bun The screening was also attended by celebs like Vidya Balan, Bobby Deol, Radhikka Madan, Wamiqa Gabbi, HarshVarrdhan Kapoor, Angad Bedi, Sobhita Dhulipala, Shruti Seth. CTRL which also stars Vihaan Samat narrates the story of an influencer couple who breaks up after the man in the relationship cheats. Ananya's character uses AI to delete her partner's existence from her life until the digital world takes control of her life
03 October,2024 04:32 PM IST
Sucheta Chakraborty interviews Ananya Panday and Vikramaditya Motwane about their new film CTRL for Sunday Mid-Day. Ananya Panday, who plays an influencer in trouble in the film, opens up about balancing social media exposure and privacy. Both she and Motwane dive into the film’s themes, which highlight the potential dangers of a tech-driven world. The duo also shares their excitement about CTRL's unique Screenlife format, where the story unfolds entirely through devices like computers, tablets, or smartphones. Although Ananya is part of the social media generation, she had to immerse herself in the life of a vlogger to fully understand the pressures and demands of being an influencer.
29 September,2024 12:59 PM IST
At the vibrant press conference for IIFA 2024 in Abu Dhabi, Bollywood’s finest gathered for an unforgettable session filled with laughter and camaraderie. Shahid Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Abhishek Banerjee shared the spotlight, engaging the audience with their playful banter and infectious energy. The actors discussed their exciting roles at the upcoming event, revealing their enthusiasm for the prestigious awards ceremony. Watch the video for more.
28 September,2024 02:08 PM IST
At the IIFA Utsavam 2024, Bollywood’s leading ladies Ananya Panday, Kriti Sanon, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Samantha Prabhu stunned on the green carpet held in Abu Dhabi. They radiated glamour and style in bespoke outfits from renowned designers. Kriti Sanon discussed her dual role as both an actor and producer; Samantha Prabhu excitedly shared insights about her role in 'Citadel', and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan captivated everyone with a heartwarming moment alongside her daughter. Watch the video for more.
28 September,2024 01:30 PM IST
Army kid Varun Sood was born in Kolkata, grew up all over the country but has spent most of his life in Delhi. He moved to Mumbai about 5 years ago, but still misses Delhi's food and his friends. He narrates how his life in Mumbai differs from that in Delhi, and also throws in a funny anecdote about trying wasabi for the first time. Watch the interview for more insight into the Call Me Bae star's favourite food and cheat meals.
17 September,2024 11:31 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
