Ananya Panday gets a shoutout by rumoured boyfriend Walker Blanco after she secures a position in Forbes 30 Under 30
, who burst onto the Bollywood scene with Student of the Year 2 in 2019, has come a long way since her debut. With back-to-back projects and a growing fanbase, she's now cemented her place as one of the industry's promising young stars.
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Most recently, she starred alongside Akshay Kumar in
Kesari Chapter 2
, further proving her versatility on screen.
A Forbes Honour and a Digital Applause
Adding another feather to her cap, Ananya has just been named in the prestigious
Forbes 30 Under 30
list for 2025—a major career milestone. Interestingly, she isn't the only Bollywood talent on the list this year; actor
also earned a spot.
While fans and peers are celebrating her achievement, one person seems especially thrilled—her rumoured boyfriend,
Walker Blanco
, who's reportedly cheering the loudest from the sidelines as Ananya continues to rise.
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Forbes recently unveiled the 10th edition of its 30 Under 30 Asia list, and Ananya Panday proudly made the cut. The Kesari Chapter 2 actress stood out as one of only four Indians featured in the entertainment category for 2025—a major feat in an already milestone-filled year for her.
Earlier, Ananya made headlines by becoming the first Indian brand ambassador for the iconic French luxury label.
Now, with her name shining on the Forbes list, celebrations are pouring in from all corners—including a sweet nod from her rumoured boyfriend, Walker Blanco. He took to his Instagram Stories to share the news, adding a simple yet telling clapping emoji to show his support.
Lunch Date Looks and BFF Goals
Back on April 23, 2025, Ananya Panday and her rumoured beau, Walker Blanco, were spotted out on a cozy lunch date. Adding to the outing was Ananya's best friend,
, making it a stylish trio sighting.
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For the afternoon hangout, Ananya kept it chic in a baby blue top paired with white pants, while Walker kept it casual in a white tee and khaki pants. Suhana, twinning effortlessly with Ananya, opted for a white crop top layered with a blue shirt and classic jeans. Their coordinated looks and easy camaraderie quickly caught the paparazzi's eye.
From Rumours to Romance?
The dating rumours between Ananya Panday and Walker Blanco first sparked in 2024, when the two were spotted together at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's lavish wedding festivities.
According to a report by Bombay Times, Ananya even introduced Walker as her partner during the celebrations. Adding fuel to the buzz, a source revealed that the alleged couple shared a romantic dance performance at the event, making their chemistry hard to miss.
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