
Shanaya Kapoor reveals her childhood friends Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan guide her in movies: 'We have grown up together hoping for these moments...'
Shanaya Kapoor
is finally stepping into the spotlight with her debut film Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, and she isn't doing it alone. Backed by a circle of childhood friends who know the pressures of the industry firsthand—Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan—Shanaya opens up about the strength of their bond, the shared dreams they've nurtured since childhood, and the unwavering support that's helped her navigate her journey to the big screen.
In a recent chat with Bollywood Bubble, Shanaya reflected on the deep bond she shares with her childhood friends
Ananya Panday
and
Suhana Khan
. Calling it a true sisterhood, she spoke about how the three of them have grown up dreaming of a career in films—and now that it's finally happening, it feels surreal. As the daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor, Shanaya hails from a family rooted in the industry, with cousins like Janhvi, Khushi, Sonam, and
Arjun Kapoor
all making their mark in Bollywood.
Speaking about her close-knit bond with Suhana Khan and Ananya Panday—daughters of
Shah Rukh Khan
and Chunky Panday respectively—Shanaya shared how their friendship is rooted in unconditional support. She revealed that whenever something new comes out about her, Suhana and Ananya are always the first to reach out. Their connection, she said, goes beyond the industry—it's built on genuine love and encouragement that flows both ways.
She further shared how Ananya Panday has played a key role in guiding her through her early days in the film industry. From helping her navigate what works and what doesn't, to simply being there through every first, Ananya has been a steady support. Shanaya described their bond—as well as her connection with Suhana Khan—as a true sisterhood. She said it's a blessing to be chasing their dreams together, exchanging experiences, and leaning on each other through the highs and lows.
Her long-awaited Bollywood debut has seen its fair share of delays and reshuffles. Initially set to launch with Dharma Productions' Bedhadak, the film was eventually shelved. She was later cast in the Mohanlal-starrer Vrusshabha, which began filming in 2023 but is still awaiting release. Most recently, Shanaya made an appearance in Guru Randhawa's music video titled Vibe, giving fans a glimpse of her screen presence ahead of her film debut.
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