CTRL Teaser: Ananya Panday Navigates Influencer Life In Cyber Thriller

Ananya Panday’s next project has been announced, and it is Vikramaditya Motwane's latest cyber thriller, CTRL, which will debut on Netflix starting October 4. The film, produced by Saffron and Andolan Films, also features Vihaan Samat and promises to challenge viewers' perspectives on technology.

Watch the Teaser for Ananya Panday's New Cyber Thriller CTRL

In CTRL, Ananya plays Nella Awasthi, while Vihaan portrays Joe Mascarenhas. The story revolves around a romantic couple who create popular online content together. The plot thickens when they break up, raising intriguing questions about the extent of personal data sharing in a world where data equals power.

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Motwane, renowned for films like Udaan, Lootera, and Trapped, aims to redefine how we view our digital lives. He explains that the film explores whether we truly control our digital selves or if we are being controlled by them. "That's the answer 'CTRL' tries to explore. For a concept as new-age as this, we not only needed a cast who lives such a life, but a medium like Netflix that's relevant", he said.

Ananya also described CTRL as an "engaging and impactful" film that resonates with today’s tech-driven world. She believes that Netflix is the ideal platform to present such a compelling narrative, given the widespread use of technology.

Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director – Original Films, Netflix India, added, "CTRL is a testament to our promise of telling genre-bending stories that thrill and entertain. Vikramaditya Motwane has brilliantly crafted this new age thriller that shocks and captivates in equal measure. Ananya Panday’s honest portrayal intensifies the drama. We can’t wait for the audience to log into this riveting ride."

The actor, who was last seen in 2023's Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, recently made a special appearance in Dharma Productions' Bad Newz, which stars Triptii Dimri. She also has upcoming projects, including Shankara and Call Me Bae, which are currently in production. Meanwhile, Vihaan Samat, known for his role in Netflix's Mismatched, is collaborating with Ananya for the second time, as he will also appear in Call Me Bae, which is set to release on September 6 on Prime Video.