What is Chunky Panday's relationship with his daughter Ananya Panday?

Chunky Panday is immensely proud of his daughter Ananya Panday's rising stardom in Bollywood, finding more joy in her success than his own past achievements.

How did Chunky Panday's own father feel about his son's fame?

Before Chunky became an actor, he was known as "Doctor Panday's son." But after Chunky achieved fame in 1987, the dynamic shifted, and Chunky's father was introduced as "actor Chunky Panday's father," which filled him with immense pride.

What are some of Ananya Panday's recent acclaimed performances?

Ananya Panday has earned critical acclaim for her recent performances in films like "Kho Gaye Hum Kahan" and "Kesari Chapter 2," as well as the series "Call Me Bae." She has upcoming romantic comedies "Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri" and "Chand Mera Dil" in the works.

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

30 Oct

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Chunky Panday finds more joy in daughter Ananya's success than his own
Chunky was once known as "Doctor Panday's son" before becoming a famous actor
Ananya has earned critical acclaim for recent films and shows

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.