Did Ananya Panday and Walker Blanco Just Confirm Their Relationship on Instagram?

Ananya Panday rang in her 26th birthday with what seemed like an official relationship reveal from her rumored boyfriend, Walker Blanco, sparking a wave of excitement among fans.

On October 30, Blanco posted an affectionate birthday tribute to Panday on his Instagram stories, featuring never-before-seen photos of her in a cozy, intimate setting. In one candid shot, Panday is captured dining in a high-neck sleeveless top, basking in the romantic ambiance.

Blanco’s message read, “Happy Birthday, Beautiful!!! You are soooo special. I love you, Annieee,” along with a heart emoji, and Panday responded with a large heart emoji on her own stories, fueling speculation about their relationship.

Rumors of their romance started in August 2024 after Panday reportedly introduced Blanco as her partner at the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in June. Before Blanco, she was linked to Bollywood actor Aditya Roy Kapur.

Who is Walker Blanco?

Walker Blanco, a Chicago native and former model, now works at Vantara, an animal sanctuary in Gujarat, owned by Anant Ambani. His social media reflects his love for wildlife, travel, and outdoor adventures, with scuba diving and trekking being among his passions. Previously, Blanco was romantically linked to Sylvia Guso in 2017.

Blanco has amassed over 23,000 Instagram followers, including notable names like Suhana Khan and Navya Naveli Nanda.

Relationship Timeline and Panday’s Latest Work

Reports of Panday and Blanco’s relationship began circulating in August, following their meeting at Ambani’s pre-wedding celebration. While neither has confirmed the relationship publicly, their recent Instagram exchange has fans buzzing.

Professionally, Panday recently starred in the Netflix thriller CTRL as a social media influencer navigating AI-driven chaos. She’s set to appear in Karan Johar’s untitled film alongside Akshay Kumar and R Madhavan, releasing March 14, 2025.