Student of the Year 2
Ananya Panday's Bollywood debut was in 'Student of the Year 2.' The movie, directed by Punit Malhotra, is a teen drama centered around a prestigious school,
Saint Teresa. Panday shared screen space with Tiger Shroff and Tara Sutaria. The film explores themes of rivalry, romance, and self-discovery as the characters navigate challenges and compete in various contests. While it received mixed reviews, it marked a significant beginning for Ananya's career and introduced her to a wide audience. The film’s success was important for Ananya, as it provided her with a platform to gain recognition. The movie's popularity highlighted her potential and helped establish her presence in Bollywood.
Pati Patni Aur Woh
In 'Pati Patni Aur Woh', Ananya Panday portrayed the role of a secretary. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film is a comedy-drama that re-imagines the 1978 film of the same name. The plot involves a man caught between his wife and another woman, creating a love triangle filled with humorous situations. Panday's performance in the film was praised, and the movie, starring Kartik Aaryan and Bhumi Pednekar, became a commercial success. The narrative provided Ananya with a great role, and the film’s engaging storyline and entertaining moments added to her rising recognition. The movie demonstrated her ability to fit well into a diverse role within the Bollywood industry.
Khaali Peeli
'Khaali Peeli', directed by Maqbool Khan, is an action-comedy where Ananya Panday shared the screen with Ishaan Khatter. The film is set in Mumbai, following a taxi driver and a girl who runs away. It involves the characters going through a series of adventures and mishaps throughout the city. The action sequences, comedic timing, and the chemistry between Panday and Khatter made the film an interesting watch. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the film showcased her versatility in action and comedic roles. Her role was a crucial step in her career, adding to her experience and showing her growing range as an actor.
Gehraiyaan
'Gehraiyaan', directed by Shakun Batra, is a modern relationship drama that offered Ananya Panday a chance to portray a more complex character. The film deals with themes of love, infidelity, and the complexities of human relationships. In this film, Panday starred alongside Deepika Padukone, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Dhairya Karwa. While the movie received a mixed response, Ananya's performance was praised for its depth and emotional resonance. The film provided her with an opportunity to showcase her acting skills in a more dramatic setting. The movie offered her a chance to explore more complex roles.
Liger
In 'Liger,' Ananya Panday starred opposite Vijay Deverakonda. Directed by Puri Jagannadh, this sports action film follows the story of a mixed martial artist. The film was shot in both Hindi and Telugu. This film marked a significant collaboration for her in a different genre. 'Liger' gave Ananya a platform to interact with a new audience. Although the movie had a mixed reception, Ananya's presence in the film has added to her portfolio and allowed her to explore different genres.
