Actor Ananya Panday has made it to the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list for 2025, and the celebrations are in full swing — not just among fans and family, but also from her rumoured boyfriend, Walker Blanco.
On Wednesday, Walker took to Instagram Stories to express his pride and excitement over Ananya’s latest achievement. Sharing a screenshot of the Forbes list that features the actor, Walker reacted with a clapping emoji — a subtle but telling gesture of support.
Forbes Shines Spotlight on Ananya Panday
The Forbes citation highlighted Ananya’s journey since her Bollywood debut in 2019’s Student of the Year 2. It noted her roles in 11 films to date, including the recent Netflix thriller CTRL, and also celebrated her becoming Chanel’s first Indian brand ambassador — a landmark move for the luxury fashion house’s expansion into South Asia. With over 26 million followers on Instagram and a growing list of acclaimed projects, Ananya continues to make waves in the entertainment industry.
What’s Brewing Between Ananya and Walker?
Rumours about Ananya and Walker Blanco’s relationship began swirling last year after the two were seen together at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding celebrations. Sources at the time claimed Ananya introduced Walker as her “partner,” and the pair were reportedly spotted dancing to romantic numbers without any attempt to stay low-key.
While the couple has never officially confirmed their relationship, their social media interactions — including Walker’s heartwarming birthday post for Ananya in October — have kept fans guessing. “Happy birthday beautiful! You are so special! I love you, Anniee ❤️,” he wrote, further fuelling the speculation.
Who is Walker Blanco?
Reportedly associated with the Ambanis’ Vantara initiative in Jamnagar, details about Walker’s exact role remain unclear. He has largely stayed out of the public eye, except for occasional glimpses shared by Ananya or spotted at high-profile events.
What’s Next for Ananya Panday?
Ananya was last seen in the biographical drama Kesari 2, alongside Akshay Kumar and R Madhavan. She’s now gearing up for Call Me Bae Season 2 and a romantic drama titled Chand Mera Dil. With her career reaching new milestones and her personal life under constant media curiosity, Ananya Panday continues to be one of the most talked-about young stars in India.
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