Ananya Panday studied at Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai, and later pursued higher education at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. Her career began with romantic comedies, and she has since appeared in films like Pati Patni Aur Woh, Khaali Peeli, and Dream Girl 2. In 2025, she was featured in Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30 list, cementing her status as a rising star. Despite facing criticism for being a “star kid,” she has carved her own identity in the industry with her performances and public presence.