Tanya Maniktala denies replacing Ananya Panday in Amrita Sher-Gil biopic: 'I have no idea'

Ananya Panday continues to stay in the spotlight with an exciting lineup of projects and growing anticipation around her upcoming films. Recently, reports surfaced suggesting that Tanya Maniktala would replace Ananya in a biopic about the life of celebrated painter Amrita Sher-Gil. Read on to learn more about this right here.

Tanya Maniktala clarifies reports about replacing Ananya Panday

Speaking to Hindustan Times, Tanya dismissed the speculation, saying, “I have no idea where this piece of information has come from. We have no clue about any project on Amrita Sher-Gil, so I don’t think I can comment on that.”


After seven years of building her acting career while living in Delhi, Tanya recently relocated to Mumbai just before Diwali to focus more closely on her work. She also confirmed that she will be starring alongside Rajkummar Rao in his upcoming production.

Rajkummar Rao’s new venture

Rajkummar Rao has entered a new phase of his creative journey, expanding into film production alongside his wife, Patralekhaa. The duo is developing a lineup of projects that aim to highlight powerful stories and nurture emerging voices in Indian cinema. Tanya’s collaboration with Rajkummar marks one of the first projects under this initiative, already generating curiosity among fans and industry insiders. Their upcoming film promises a compelling blend of strong performances and thoughtful storytelling.

Ananya Panday’s promising lineup

Meanwhile, Ananya Panday’s schedule remains packed. She will next be seen in 'Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri,' a romantic drama directed by Sameer Vidhwans and slated for release on December 31, 2025. She will also appear in 'Chand Mera Dil,' opposite Kill actor Lakshya. With several high-profile projects lined up, Ananya continues to enjoy a strong career trajectory while maintaining her growing popularity.