Ananya Panday is back in the spotlight for her candid views on the film industry’s insider-outsider debate. Acknowledging her advantage as an industry insider, the Call Me Bae actress emphasized the importance of connecting with audiences, regardless of family background. “After a point, your work speaks,” she said, referencing cases where star kids faltered due to weak audience resonance.
In her conversation with Mid-Day, Panday urged for unity over dividing lines, noting that some outsiders find remarkable success too. This remark has ignited renewed discussions online, with opinions divided on her take.
The controversy continues with Call Me Bae gaining popularity, raising questions about how Ananya’s career trajectory will fare in future projects. She is set to star alongside Akshay Kumar in an upcoming film centered on C. Sankaran Nair and the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, under Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, scheduled for a 2025 release.
As the insider-outsider discourse heats up, Panday’s statement has sparked conversations across social platforms about merit, privilege, and audience-driven success in Bollywood.