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Last Updated: April 01, 2025, 12:47 IST
Ananya Panday Commemorates Her IPL Journey with a Captivating Performance
Ananya Panday lit up the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai with an impressive performance during the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Mumbai Indians (MI). (Photo Credit: Instagram)
Ananya Panday captured the attention of cricket and Bollywood fans alike with her vibrant performance before the much-anticipated IPL match. The actress, known for her role in “Student of the Year 2,” infused the lively atmosphere with her rendition of popular Bollywood hits. Her performance quickly became a highlight of the evening, generating a buzz on social media as fans reminisced about her connection with the IPL over the years.
The 26-year-old actress took to Instagram to share a nostalgic “then-vs-now” moment from her relationship with IPL, pointing out the enduring elements that have remained through the years. The retrospective showcased an image of a young Ananya, clad in a KKR jersey and glasses, enjoyed the game back in 2012, long before she stepped into the Bollywood spotlight. Juxtaposed with this old photo was a current image of her captivating the crowd during her live performance in Mumbai.
Ananya captioned her Instagram story, “I mean I still have the glasses,” humorously acknowledging her unchanged style. The nostalgic photo also features notable faces such as Shah Rukh Khan, Shanaya Kapoor, Suhana Khan, and Hrithik Roshan, marking significant moments in KKR’s journey. Her energetic dance routines and hit songs further delighted the audience, reaffirming her status as a dedicated KKR fan who often attends games with close friends.
Throughout her performance, Ananya was met with enthusiastic applause, acknowledging the support she has cultivated over the years. Her father, actor Chunky Panday, was in attendance at the MI vs. KKR match and shared his pride for Ananya’s performance on his Instagram story, calling attention to the electrifying atmosphere of the event.
On the professional front, Ananya was last featured in the Netflix film “CTRL,” directed by Vikramaditya Motwane. She is set to return to the big screen in “Kesari Chapter 2,” which also stars R Madhavan and Akshay Kumar. Directed by Karan Tyagi, this film delves into the historical context of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, with Ananya stepping into the role of a lawyer named Dilreet Kaur. The film is scheduled for release on April 18.
Additionally, reports indicate that Ananya will soon commence filming for the sequel to her successful web series “Call Me Bae,” which debuted on Amazon Prime. However, neither the actress nor the production company has confirmed details regarding this storyline or filming timeline.
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