After his daughter, Ananya Panday, gave a passionate homage to him by singing some of his most well-known songs at an award event, veteran actor Chunky Panday turned to social media to share his delight.

The actor said, “This is the first time I got to Perform at an International Film Award function” to share the occasion with his fans. My darling @ananyapanday and @zeecineawards, thank you for the surprise. I am very proud of you and will always love you. With a vibrant ensemble of backing dancers supporting her, Ananya can be seen singing one of her father’s well-known songs in the video. When Chunky Panday came up to join her, the stage’s intensity level increased.

To the well-known song “Main Tera Tota, Tu Meri Maina,” the father-daughter pair danced together. Ananya gave her father a tender embrace as the film came to a lovely close. Notably, the Student of the Year 2 actress posted videos of herself singing her father’s well-known songs on Instagram. Ananya shared a video of her amazing stage performance with actor Kartik Aaryan with the sentimental remembrance, providing a sneak peek at the thrilling energy they brought to the occasion.

Some of the top stars in the business came together for the star-studded Zee Cine Awards 2025 in Mumbai on May 17. Tamannaah Bhatia, Rashmika Mandanna, Kriti Sanon, Rasha Thadani, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Sooraj Pancholi all made stunning appearances throughout the glitzy evening. Kartik, Ananya Panday, Tiger, and Tamannaah’s intense performances, which lighted up the stage with their electric displays, were the night’s high point. Aaryan had a powerful performance on the “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” title tune.

Shraddha Kapoor won Best Actress (Female) for her portrayal in “Stree 2,” while Kartik Aaryan was one of the top winners at the Zee Cine Awards 2025, winning the Viewers’ Choice Award for Best Actor for his performance in “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.”