Bollywood circles are buzzing after a recent episode of Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle revealed a surprising on-set incident involving actress Ananya Panday and director Farah Khan. The talk show, known for its candid conversations, unearthed a story about Panday leaving a film set in tears after being "reprimanded" by Khan.
The revelation came during a lighthearted exchange where Farah Khan playfully confessed that Ananya Panday "could have been her daughter" because of a long-time crush on Ananya's father, Chunky Panday. Khan admitted to being "smitten" by Chunky in the 1990s. Ananya, seated next to Farah, blushed at the remark.
The conversation then took an unexpected turn when Ananya shared a behind-the-scenes moment, recalling how she had once walked off a set crying. According to Ananya, she had begun the day feeling confident, but something occurred that led to her emotional departure.
Farah Khan responded to Ananya's revelation with a cheeky remark that has since gone viral. With a grin, she stated, "Whichever heroine I make cry, they become big stars". This comment drew laughter from Kajol and Twinkle, who seemed to support the sentiment. Kajol added to the humor with a "cheeky line".
This isn't the first time Farah Khan has publicly expressed her affection for Chunky Panday. She previously admitted on the reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa that he was her first crush. Malaika Arora, who was also a judge on the show, confessed to having a crush on Chunky as well.
The episode also touched upon the topic of mental health. Ananya Panday stated that "It's the first generation that's really embracing mental health". Farah Khan offered a different perspective, saying, "Whenever you have to get out of something, it's a mental health issue". Khan's remark sparked mixed reactions online, with some finding it insensitive and others agreeing with her. Some viewers felt that Khan's comment was an overgeneralization, while others suggested it reflected a generational difference in understanding mental health. Some online users defended Khan, with one commenting that she "knows [the] real side of most of the stars".
Beyond the anecdotes and playful banter, the talk show appearance highlighted the dynamic between Farah Khan and Ananya Panday. The director's candidness and humor were on full display, while Ananya seemed comfortable enough to share a vulnerable moment from her career. The episode offered viewers a glimpse into the personalities of these Bollywood figures.
Adding to the behind-the-scenes glimpse, it was noted that on the day of the show, Farah Khan traveled to Alibaug by ferry with Karan Johar and Amitabh Bachchan's granddaughter, Navya Nanda. Meanwhile, Ananya Panday recently celebrated her 27th birthday with family and friends.
