It has only been five years since Ananya Panday entered the entertainment industry. Despite this, she has managed to carve an irreplaceable mark with her constant hard work and dedication. The year 2024 was undoubtedly a rewarding one for her, thanks to the shows and films released over the last few months. Besides her thriving acting career, nearly 20-odd brand endorsements in her kitty speak volumes of the fame, love and status that she enjoys. In a recent chat with Grazia India, Ananya opened up on a switch in the response that she now receives for her work, highlighting how people have started taking her seriously. Reflecting on the love from the fans and cinephiles alike in a conversation with Grazia, Ananya Panday said, “With CTRL and Call Me Bae coming out, I feel that people are finally taking me a lot more seriously as an actor. I shot both the projects last year, so this year has been all about watching the fruits of my labour come to life. Besides the professional aspect, I also feel that I have now come into my own.”