Bollywood
Ananya Panday Praises Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan at IIFA Awards, Sparks Cross-Border Appreciation
Bollywood actress Ananya Panday made headlines at the recent IIFA Awards by sharing her admiration for Pakistani actors Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan. In an interview during the event, Ananya expressed her deep respect for their work, saying, “Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan are two of my absolute favourite Pakistani actors. I admire their work immensely.”
Her remarks have gained widespread attention on both sides of the border, emphasizing the appreciation for acting talent across India and Pakistan. Ananya’s candid praise underscores the longstanding mutual admiration between actors from the two countries, despite the political divide.
Ananya also revealed a personal connection to Mahira Khan, sharing that she had worked as an assistant director on the Shah Rukh Khan and Mahira Khan-starrer Raees when she was just 16 years old. This experience further deepened her admiration for the Pakistani actress.
Fans and celebrities from both India and Pakistan have welcomed Ananya’s comments, showcasing the power of art and cinema to foster appreciation beyond borders.
