Bollywood actress Ananya Panday is facing renewed social media attention after a video allegedly showing her smoking a cigarette began circulating online. The clip, which is reportedly from her cousin Alanna Panday’s mehendi ceremony, has sparked criticism and divided reactions among social media users.
The video has attracted attention not only because of its content but also because of Ananya’s earlier comments about filming a cigarette-lighting scene in her movie Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. Some users have accused the actress of double standards, while others have defended her personal choices and questioned the online scrutiny of celebrities.
Old Video From Alanna Panday’s Mehendi Ceremony Resurfaces
According to reports, the circulating clip shows Ananya standing in a corner at a gathering and appearing to smoke a cigarette. The video is said to be from the mehendi ceremony of her cousin Alanna Panday, which took place in March 2023.
The clip was reportedly shared earlier on a guest’s Instagram Story and was later removed. However, it has resurfaced on social media, prompting fresh discussion about the actress.
Importantly, the exact date and circumstances of the circulating video have not been independently established in the latest report. Ananya has also not issued a fresh official statement responding to the renewed discussion.
Why Are Social Media Users Calling It Double Standards?
The controversy has gained momentum because of Ananya’s comments about a cigarette-lighting scene in Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. During an earlier discussion about the film, the actress explained that she had struggled to light a cigarette for a particular shot. She recalled that her hands would shake and that she felt uncomfortable performing the action.
After the old video resurfaced, some social media users began comparing the two instances. They questioned why Ananya had described difficulty lighting a cigarette on screen when a video appeared to show her smoking at a private celebration.
The comparison has led to accusations of hypocrisy from some users. However, a film scene and a personal moment are not necessarily comparable, and the resurfaced clip alone does not establish the actress's regular smoking habits.
Internet Users Share Mixed Reactions
The video has generated a range of responses online. Some users criticised Ananya and questioned the image celebrities present in public. Others made comments referring to her father, actor Chunky Panday, while reacting to the clip.
Several users also expressed concern about the health risks associated with smoking. At the same time, some people defended the actress, arguing that her personal choices should not become an excuse for online harassment.
Others questioned the practice of recording and circulating private moments from social gatherings. The mixed response has turned the video into a wider discussion about celebrity privacy, public image and social media judgement.
No Official Response From Ananya Panday So Far
As of November 6, Ananya Panday has not shared a new public statement addressing the viral video. Her father, Chunky Panday, has also not issued a response to this particular controversy in the report.
For now, the discussion is largely being driven by social media reactions and comparisons with Ananya’s earlier comments about her film scene. The circumstances surrounding the video remain unclear, and it would be inaccurate to draw conclusions about her lifestyle or smoking habits from one circulating clip.
The incident once again highlights how quickly an old photograph or video can resurface and become a trending topic in the age of social media. It also raises questions about the balance between public interest in celebrities and their right to personal privacy.
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