Bollywood Star Ananya Panday's Father Shares Heartwarming Story of Fatherly Pride

In October 2025, veteran Bollywood actor Chunky Panday expressed immense pride and joy in his daughter Ananya's rising stardom. Ananya, who made her debut in 2019, has quickly become one of Bollywood's most talked-about young stars. Chunky revealed that seeing Ananya's success brings him even more happiness than his own past achievements.

"When my success was happening, I was too busy working," Chunky told IANS. But watching Ananya's journey unfold is different. "It really makes me proud and it is 10-fold more to see a child succeed at something." Chunky stated unequivocally that he is proud to be known as Ananya's father, and he wants to be known as the dad of his younger daughter Rysa as well.

Chunky also shared a touching story that mirrored his feelings for Ananya. Before becoming an actor himself, Chunky was known as the "naughty son" of his famous doctor parents. However, after Chunky achieved fame in 1987, the dynamic shifted. His father was introduced at a conference not just as a doctor, but also as "actor Chunky Panday's father," which Chunky recalled filled his father with immense pride.

Ananya has continued to impress, earning critical acclaim for recent performances in films like "Kho Gaye Hum Kahan" and "Kesari Chapter 2," as well as the series "Call Me Bae." Fans can look forward to seeing her in upcoming romantic comedies "Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri" and "Chand Mera Dil."