Bollywood actress Ananya Panday recently shared her experience of getting her first period, expressing fear and confusion during the moment. She credited her mother, Bhavana Pandey, and grandmother for their supportive gesture of gifting her to celebrate the occasion. Ananya emphasised the importance of open discussions about menstruation to reduce stigma.
Talking to News18, Ananya Panday talked about the stigma around menstruation. She shared her own experience of getting her first period at school, where she felt scared and confused because no one had discussed it with her. Ananya stressed the need for open conversations about menstruation at home and school to help normalize it. She appreciated her mother and grandmother for celebrating her first period, which helped her see it in a positive way. Ananya also highlighted the challenges women face during menstruation and called for more awareness and support in schools and workplaces.
The actress credits her mother, Bhavana Pandey, for helping her overcome the shame associated with her first period. She shared that her mom and grandmother celebrated the occasion by giving her gifts, emphasising that it should be a moment of joy rather than embarrassment. Ananya believes this positive approach should be the norm for everyone.
On the work front, Ananya Panday has exciting projects lined up, starting with ‘Chand Mera Dil’, a romantic film produced by Dharma Productions, where she stars alongside Lakshya. The film is directed by Vivek Soni and is set to release in 2025. Additionally, Ananya will appear in an untitled Dharma movie with Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan, focusing on the life of C. Sankaran Nair, which is scheduled for release on March 14, 2025.
