Ananya Panday recently introduced a new hairstyle that has drawn a lot of attention online. She added soft front bangs to her look, which gave her appearance a fresh and slightly different feel. The change was first seen on her social media, where many people reacted positively. Fans appreciated that the update was simple but still noticeable.
The discussion around her new look increased after she attended The Hollywood Reporter India’s Women In Entertainment event held in Mumbai on March 25. At the event, she walked the red carpet, posed for photographers and briefly interacted with the media. She appeared relaxed and smiled as she acknowledged the cameras before heading inside.
For the occasion, Ananya wore a grey midi dress. The outfit featured a strapless design with a structured neckline and slight detailing around the waist, which added shape without making it look too heavy. She paired the dress with black heels, a statement ring and simple earrings. Her overall styling was kept minimal, which helped maintain a clean and balanced appearance.
Her hairstyle, however, became the main highlight. She left her hair open and styled it in soft waves with a centre parting. The newly added bangs stood out and framed her face, making the change clearly visible. Her makeup was also simple and complemented her look. She chose defined eyebrows, mascara, light blush and a glossy lip shade, keeping everything natural and easy to notice.
After pictures and videos from the event appeared online, many people started comparing her look to Hollywood actor Dakota Johnson. The comparisons mainly focused on the hairstyle and overall styling. One user said, “She looks like Dakota Johnson in this look.” Another wrote, “She gives Hollywood actresses vibes!! FACECARD.” A third comment read, “She’s lookin like @dakotajohnson,” while another person described her as a “Natural beauty.”
On the work front, Ananya was last seen in Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, directed by Sameer Vidwans, where she starred opposite Kartik Aaryan. She is now working on the second season of the streaming series Call Me Bae, where she plays the lead role.
She will also be seen in the film Chand Mera Dil alongside Lakshya. The film is directed by Vivek Soni and is scheduled to release in theatres on May 22.
Overall, her recent appearance shows how even a small change in style can become widely noticed, especially when it is presented at a public event.
#AnanyaPanday shares a cute hug with #IshaanKhatter 😍✨
— Viral Celeb X (@ViralCelebX) March 26, 2026
Soft moment, pure vibes… and that adorable chemistry just melts hearts 🖤
Sometimes it’s the simplest gestures that feel the most real 👀💫
Too wholesome to ignore 💕 pic.twitter.com/Y8jhnWcAda