Ananya Panday who is gearing up for her upcoming film CTRL, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, recently addressed comparisons to Alia Bhatt during an interview. When asked about fan comments referring to her as the “next Alia Bhatt,” Ananya expressed her surprise and gratitude.
The actress, known for her role in Dream Girl 2, acknowledged the compliment but humbly said, “I think Alia is too good… I can’t touch what Alia has done, ever.”
During the interview, a fan comment was highlighted that read, “Ananya Panday is the upcoming Alia Bhatt for sure.” Although Ananya appreciated the kind words, she emphasized that Alia’s achievements are on another level, and she feels she has a long way to go before reaching that stature.
Ananya’s new film CTRL, a cyber-thriller directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, is set to stream on Netflix soon. The film’s trailer has been receiving positive feedback, with its focus on corruption and high-stakes drama generating significant interest from viewers.