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India Leads Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2025 with Record 94 Honorees

Bollywood stars Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter join a diverse cohort of young achievers across technology, arts, and social impact in Forbes' milestone 10th edition.

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Last year, Ananya Panday and model Walker Blanco sparked dating rumours after being spotted together at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding.
Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter were recognised for their work in the film industry.
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Overview

  • Forbes unveiled the 10th edition of its 30 Under 30 Asia list, recognizing 300 young leaders under 30 from the Asia-Pacific region across ten categories.
  • India achieved the highest representation on the list with 94 honorees, highlighting the country's growing global influence in fields like entertainment, technology, and social impact.
  • Bollywood actors Ananya Panday and Ishaan Khatter were recognized for their artistic growth and expanding international presence, with Panday becoming Chanel's first Indian ambassador and Khatter set for a Cannes debut.
  • Other Indian honorees include singer-songwriter Anuv Jain, known for his acoustic hits, and filmmaker Sulagna Chatterjee, celebrated for her focus on queer storytelling.
  • The list underscores the resilience and creativity of Asia-Pacific's youth amidst challenging economic conditions, marking a decade of Forbes' celebration of innovation and leadership.