From Ahaan Panday To Jaya Bachchan: 5 Celebs Who Use Private Instagram Handles

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Some Bollywood celebrities choose to maintain private Instagram accounts, or 'finstas,' to connect only with their close friends and family.
In the age of social media, where celebrities constantly share glimpses of their lives with millions, some opt for a quieter corner of the Internet, a private Instagram account, or 'finsta". These secret profiles allow stars to connect with close friends and family, away from the spotlight. Unlike their public accounts, curated for fans and brand deals, finstas offer a rare peek into their unfiltered moments, personal interests and playful side. Curious? Here's a closer look.
Ahaan Panday
Ahaan Panday, the rising star and cousin of Ananya Panday, has made waves with his debut in Saiyaara, earning praise for his charismatic presence. His public Instagram showcases vintage-toned photos and sleek fashion, but there's speculation about a private finsta where he shares more personal content. Many family members, like Khushi Kapoor and Janhvi Kapoor, also follow this private Instagram handle.
Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor enjoys a massive fanbase and has long been rumoured to maintain a secret Instagram account. Reports suggest that he operates a private profile, with one exposed account featuring a username combining his and wife Alia Bhatt's birthdates, followed by close friends like Ayan Mukerji. Ranbir hinted in 2025 that he might make it public, but for now, it's likely a space for personal posts and private interactions.
Jaya Bachchan
Jaya Bachchan, a veteran actress and politician, is notably absent from public social media. Unlike her family members, Amitabh, Abhishek, and Aishwarya, who engage online, Jaya reportedly avoids public platforms. However, there's speculation she might maintain a private Instagram account to stay connected with close family.
In a podcast with her granddaughter, Navya Naveli Nanda, Shweta Bachchan hinted at her private Instagram account. Shweta asked a question to her mom, 'Would you do without Instagram?" Jaya Bachchan replied with a simple 'Yes."
To which Shweta further asked her, 'Well then, why are you on it," and teased, 'secretly." Navya interrupted and said, She is really not on it. Shweta then disclosed, 'She (Jaya ji) is on it; it's a good destresser." Navya revealed, 'She just looks at her family. She just follows us."
Allu Arjun
Allu Arjun, the Pushpa star and one of South India's most-followed actors with 28.36 million followers on his public Instagram, is rumoured to maintain a private account for closer connections. According to Sacnilk, his massive online presence is carefully curated for fans and brand endorsements. A private finsta would likely allow him to share unfiltered glimpses of his family life or downtime, offering a contrast to the high-energy, stylish posts that dominate his public feed.
Saif Ali Khan
Saif Ali Khan has openly admitted to having a private Instagram account under a pseudonym inspired by one of his movie characters. With his public account focused on professional updates, his finsta is likely a low-key space for sharing personal moments with family, including Kareena Kapoor and their children.
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July 28, 2025, 16:39 IST
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