Bollywood’s beloved father-daughter duo, Ananya Panday and Chunky Panday, recently lit up the stage with an electrifying and emotional performance at the Zee Cine Awards. Known for being his daughter’s biggest cheerleader, Chunky joined Ananya on stage for a surprise dance that sent fans into a frenzy of admiration.
The memorable moment unfolded as Ananya grooved to her dad’s classic 90s hit Main Tera Tota, bringing a wave of nostalgia to the audience. Chunky soon joined her, and the two delivered a playful yet heart-touching performance, perfectly in sync with each other. The performance concluded with Ananya bowing to her father and embracing him in a heartfelt hug — a gesture that melted hearts both in the auditorium and across social media.
Videos from the awards night quickly went viral, with fans showering the pair with love. Comments poured in, calling them the “best father-daughter duo” and “absolute goals.” One user gushed, “This is the sweetest thing ever,” while another added, “Their bond is so pure and beautiful.” Ananya later posted the performance on her Instagram story, writing, “Most fun dancing on dad’s songs.”
In addition to the nostalgic number, Ananya also set the stage ablaze with her solo performance to Ek Tu Hi Yaar Mera from her film Pati Patni Aur Woh. Her charisma and dance moves left fans raving, with many calling her “on fire” and praising her stage presence.
The Zee Cine Awards also featured high-energy acts from stars like Tamannaah Bhatia and Rasha Thadani, making it a night to remember for Bollywood fans.
What’s Next for Ananya and Chunky Panday?
Ananya was last seen in Kesari Chapter 2, alongside Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan. Her next big release is the romantic drama Chand Mera Dil, in which she stars opposite Lakshya. Directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Dharma Productions, the film promises to be an intense and passionate love story. Sharing the film’s posters, Karan Johar teased, “We have two chands ready to bring an intense & passionate love story like no other!”
Chunky Panday, who recently appeared in Netflix’s The Royals, is set to return to the big screen with the fifth installment of the Housefull franchise. Titled Housefull 5, the comedy entertainer boasts a star-studded cast including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Sonam Bajwa, Nana Patekar, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Nargis Fakhri. The film is slated for release on 6 June 2025.
Whether dancing on stage or dazzling on screen, the Pandays continue to charm audiences with their talent, charisma, and undeniable bond.
