EXCLUSIVE: CBFC censors 96 seconds of kissing scenes in Lakshya-Ananya Panday starrer Chand Mera Dil This week will see the release of Chand Mera Dil, starring Lakshya and Ananya Panday. The film has managed to catch attention due to the popularity of its title track, its intriguing trailer, the chemistry between the lead actors and the fact that it belongs to the intense romance genre, which is currently performing well at the box office. The makers, Dharma Productions, completed the censor process well in advance and in this article, Bollywood Hungama will exclusively focus on the cuts given to the film. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passed Chand Mera Dil with a U/A 16+ certificate. However, the makers were asked to make two modifications. Firstly, the kissing visuals, lasting 10 seconds, were asked to be deleted and replaced with appropriate shots. Secondly, 'lip lock kissing visuals', lasting 1 minute and 26 seconds, were asked to be deleted. In other words, the CBFC has censored 96 seconds or 1 minute and 36 seconds of kissing shots in Chand Mera Dil. Lastly, the makers were asked to submit a consent letter for all the child artists used in the film. Once the changes were made, the CBFC handed over the censor certificate on May 8. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 135. 36 minutes. In other words, Chand Mera Dil is 2 hours, 15 minutes and 36 seconds long. The advance booking of Chand Mera Dil is expected to start ... #Ananya_Panday #Mera #Panday #Dil #Mera_Dil #Chand_Mera #Chand #Lakshya-Ananya_Panday #Panday_starrer #starring_Lakshya
Ananya Panday becomes Chanel Fragrance & Beauty ambassador in India Ananya Panday has added another milestone to her growing international fashion journey after being officially announced as the Fragrance & Beauty Ambassador for Chanel in India. The latest announcement further strengthens the actress’ association with the iconic luxury label and highlights her increasing visibility in the global fashion and beauty space. The development comes less than a year after Ananya made headlines for becoming Chanel’s first-ever brand ambassador from India, marking a significant collaboration between the luxury fashion house and an Indian celebrity. Her new role as the face of Chanel Fragrance & Beauty in India signals an expansion of that partnership and positions her among a select group of global personalities associated with the brand. Over the past few years, Ananya Panday has steadily built a strong presence beyond films, emerging as one of the most recognisable young faces in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle campaigns. Her appearances at international fashion events, collaborations with luxury labels, and growing digital influence have contributed to her rising global profile. The actress has particularly resonated with younger audiences through her approachable public image, social media presence, and evolving fashion choices. Industry observers have also noted how Indian celebrities are increasingly becoming part of global luxury campaigns, reflecting the growing imp... #India #officially_announced #Ananya_Panday #Ananya #Chanel_Fragrance #Beauty_ambassador #India_Ananya #Beauty #Chanel #Fragrance
Ananya Panday joins Nick India’s ‘Pressure Ko Bolo Bye’ campaign to tackle exam stress Exams have a way of taking over family life. For many households, the exam season brings rising expectations and pressure. Recognizing this, Nick India and So Positive by Ananya Panday, a children and family first initiative designed to acknowledge exam stress and release it in simple, playful ways. Rooted in Nick India’s ongoing Pressure Ko Bolo Bye campaign, the initiative encourages parents to actively ease exam pressure by recognizing each child’s unique strengths and learning style and by building confidence over comparison. While So Positive continues to focus on encouraging kinder, more open conversations among young people in a more mindful way, through activities like these, Ananya hopes to make conversations about emotional well-being a little more natural and accessible for children and their families. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ananya 🌙 (@ananyapanday) The collaboration came alive through a special on-ground activity led by Ananya Panday, alongside Nick’s Chikoo and Bunty and friends. They selected everyday exam worries written on balloons and popped them to reveal easy stress-busting actions turning invisible pressure into something they could see, share and let go of. Ananya’s participation helped normalize exam stress and reinforce how small shifts can make a big difference. Speaking about the initiative, Ananya Panday said, “Exam pressure... #Ananya_Panday #Ananya #exam #Pressure #Nick_India #Bolo_Bye’ #Bye’_campaign #exam_stress #joins_Nick #Panday_joins
Shruti Haasan joins Call Me Bae season 2 as Ananya Panday’s new “Behen” In Thailand The buzz around Call Me Bae Season 2 just got bigger with Shruti Haasan stepping in as the new “behen” alongside Ananya Panday. Currently shooting in Thailand, Shruti’s addition has already sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to see this fresh on-screen dynamic unfold. This unexpected pairing of Shruti Haasan and Ananya Panday has quickly caught attention online, with audiences loving the idea of their #BehenCode. The duo is being seen as a refreshing and promising combination, and fans are already rooting for their chemistry, anticipating a mix of fun, drama, and emotional depth. Set against the vibrant and picturesque locales of Thailand, the upcoming season promises to elevate the glamour and chaos that made the first installment so popular. From stylish looks and high-energy sequences to heartfelt moments, Season 2 is expected to deliver a complete entertainment package. The signature blend of sparkle and kalesh is set to return, adding to the show’s appeal. As Shruti continues filming overseas, curiosity is building around how this new sisterhood will shape the narrative. With international locations, a dynamic new pairing, and an engaging storyline at its core, Call Me Bae Season 2 is gearing up to be bigger, bolder, and visually spectacular. With fans already invested in this new jodi, all eyes are now on how Shruti Haasan and Ananya Panday bring their “behen” bond to life... #Ananya_Panday #Ananya #Haasan #Panday #Shruti_Haasan #Bae_season #alongside_Ananya #Shruti #Haasan_joins #Haasan_stepping
Chand Mera Dil postponed, now set for May 22 theatrical release Chand Mera Dil, starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya, has received a revised theatrical release date. Backed by Dharma Productions, the romantic drama will now arrive in cinemas on May 22 instead of its earlier announced April 10 release. The makers confirmed the update through social media on Wednesday, announcing the shift in schedule while reiterating anticipation around the film’s fresh pairing and emotional storyline. Fresh pairing under Vivek Soni’s direction The film is directed by Vivek Soni, known for projects such as Meenakshi Sundareshwar and Aap Jaisa Koi. Chand Mera Dil brings together Ananya Panday and Lakshya on screen for the first time, positioning the film as a youthful romantic story centred on an intense relationship. Earlier, in 2024, Karan Johar had shared first-look posters from the film and wrote, “We have two chands ready to bring an intense & passionate love story like no other!!! Pyaar mein thoda paagal hona hi padta hai. . . Chand Mera Dil, starring Ananya Panday & Lakshya. Directed by Vivek Soni. ” The posters featured the lead pair in romantic moments set against a moonlit backdrop. The film marks Lakshya’s second theatrical release following Kill, in which he starred alongside Raghav Juyal. The actor also attracted attention last year for his performance in The Ba***ds of Bollywood, the debut directorial series of Aryan Khan. For Ananya Panday, the project follows her ap... #release_date #Ananya_Panday #Mera #Dharma_Productions #theatrical_release #Dil #Mera_Dil #Chand_Mera #Vivek_Soni #Dil_postponed
Karan Johar, Vicky Kaushal, Ananya Panday and others attend day 2 of the 100-year celebration event of RSS in Mumbai The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) completed 100 years in 2025. As part of its centenary celebrations, a grand two-day event is being held at a sprawling auditorium in Mumbai. The first day of the event took place on Saturday, February 7, with several prominent personalities from various fields in attendance. The Bollywood film fraternity was not far behind and many celebs attended the first day of the event like superstars Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor, filmmakers Mohit Suri, Subhash Ghai, Nitesh Tiwari, Mahaveer Jain, Om Raut, Vikram Malhotra, lyricist Prasoon Joshi and others. The second day of the event was also star-studded. While Ranbir attended the first day of the event, his Love & War co-star Vicky Kaushal made his presence felt on day 2. Karan Johar and Ananya Panday were also present and they were joined by veteran actor Jackie Shroff, the evergreen Raveena Tandon and Shilpa Shetty, music composer Pritam Chakraborty, singer Adnan Sami, television star Rupali Ganguly, Marathi actor Subodh Bhave, talented performer Viineet Kumar Siingh, and filmmakers Nitesh Tiwari, Madhur Bhandarkar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Aanand, L Rai, Amar Kaushik, Amit Sharma, Ramesh Taurani, Anand Pandit, Arunabh Kumar and others. On the film front, Ananya Panday and Karan Johar are gearing up for their romantic flick, Chand Mera Dil. It also stars Lakshya of Kill (2024) ... #event #RSS #day #Swayamsevak_Sangh #Rashtriya_Swayamsevak #Nitesh_Tiwari #Ananya_Panday #Vicky_Kaushal #Karan_Johar #attend_day
