India, Nov. 11 -- Ananya Panday is the face of young India. The 28-year-old combines talent with candour and an intense work ethic with charm. She pairs this with memorable roles in stories about heartbreak, alienation, the eternal hustle, and the specific perils young people face in the social-media age. Panday debuted with Student of the Year 2 (2019) and quickly made her mark with projects such as Gehraiyaan (2022) and Kho Gaye Hum Kahan (2023). This was followed by Season 1 of the streaming series Call Me Bae (2024), about an influencer from a wealthy family who suddenly finds herself broke and friendless, and is surprised to learn just how much she is capable of on her own. Known for her candour, Panday has been outspoken about issues ...