Ananya Panday, the rising star of Indian cinema, has taken to social media to give her fans an exclusive peek into her recent project, the comedy-drama series ‘Call Me Bae’. As her debut on the OTT platform, Panday is buzzing with excitement, and she’s been sharing some memorable behind-the-scenes moments from the show’s set on Instagram.
The actress posted a series of candid snaps, each offering a unique glimpse into the production process and her experiences while filming. In her first post, Panday is pictured in one of her character’s outfits, sporting a cap emblazoned with the word “GUTS.” She playfully captioned the photo, “GUTS if you haven’t seen the show yet,” encouraging her followers to tune in.
Next, Panday shared images showing her character’s emotional journey, with captions reading, “Bae’s face before and after you see the show.” These photos capture the transformative arc her character undergoes, setting the tone for the show’s exploration of personal growth.
In another set of images, Panday reveals a quirky detail about her character’s wardrobe. She’s seen wearing a scarf, which she notes, “Bae has a scarf hidden in almost every look she wears!! How many can you spot?” This playful challenge invites fans to pay close attention to the show’s fashion details.
One particularly amusing photo shows Panday on set just before a minor mishap involving a trip over some luxury bags. She reminisces, “First shot of the shoot! Right before I tripped and fell over all the LV bags,” providing a glimpse into the lighter, unplanned moments of filming.
The actress also shared a heartwarming picture with her co-star, Muskkaan Jaferi, referring to her fondly with the caption, “My Muskiiiii Sairu #BehenCode.” This image highlights the camaraderie and close bond formed among the cast members.
Among the posts, there’s also a shot of Panday’s adorable shoes with bows, and a candid moment featuring her enjoying a Vada Pav, humorously noting that her co-star Gurfateh Pirzada had never tried it. The personal touches in these posts showcase Panday’s fun and relatable side.
Fans also got a glimpse of Panday in her nightwear, accompanied by a video and the caption, “She’s cute! Even as she sleeps.” Another post reveals her emotional side with a photo of her in tears, captioned simply, “Cryyyying.”
The series of posts concludes with a touching moment featuring Panday’s mother, Bhavana Pandey, visiting the set. The caption reads, “Mama came to TRP set,” reflecting the actress’s appreciation for her family’s support.
‘Call Me Bae’ is an eight-episode series on Prime Video, blending humor and heart in its portrayal of Bella Chowdhary, or Bae, played by Panday. The show tracks Bae’s transformation from a privileged heiress to an ambitious entrepreneur, adding depth to Panday’s role.
Produced by Dharmatic Entertainment with Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra as Executive Producers, and directed by Collin D’Cunha, the series also features a stellar cast including Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Muskkaan Jaferi, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Lisa Mishra, and Mini Mathur.