This story is from September 10, 2024
Chunky Panday is ecstatic as he passes his driving test after 43 years!
Chunky Panday is a well-known Indian actor celebrated for his work in Bollywood films. With a career spanning over three decades, he has appeared in more than 100 movies, showcasing his versatility across various genres. Notably, he gained fame during the late 1980s and early 1990s, becoming a household name in Indian cinema.
Recently, Chunky Panday shared a lighthearted moment from his life, posting a fun picture of himself taking a driving test after a long hiatus of 43 years. In the photo, he is seen posing with a police officer, dressed casually in an orange t-shirt and jeans. His Instagram caption read, “Gave a Driving test again after 43 years . And guess what..... I Passed . Thank you RTO Mumbai #roadsafety.”
His co-star Sonam Khan humorously commented, “Congratulations! ✨ You don’t know how to drive?? If so, thank goodness I didn’t have any driving scenes with you nonetheless congratulations once again ✨.” Actor Sikander Kher also chimed in with a simple yet enthusiastic “Fantastic!”
Fans joined in on the fun, one suggested, “Bhai tezaab ke clip bhej dete ‘so gaya yeh jahan’,” referencing a popular song from one of Chunky’s earlier films. Another fan joked, “Han.. so gaya yeh jahan.. aap gaddi mein peeche hi baithe the,” alluding to his past roles where he often played comedic characters.
Others encouraged him with comments like, “Now you can drive saat samundar paar” and “Yeh hui na baat akhri pasta ,” adding to the jovial atmosphere surrounding his post.
On the professional front, Chunky Panday continues to be active in the industry. He was last seen in the OTT series Industry, which featured a talented ensemble cast, including Gagan Arora, Ankita Goraya, and Asha Negi. His ability to adapt and entertain audiences with diverse roles remains a testament to his enduring appeal in the film industry. He will also reprise his iconic role of ‘Aakhri Pasta’ in Housefull 5.
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His co-star Sonam Khan humorously commented, “Congratulations! ✨ You don’t know how to drive?? If so, thank goodness I didn’t have any driving scenes with you nonetheless congratulations once again ✨.” Actor Sikander Kher also chimed in with a simple yet enthusiastic “Fantastic!”
Others encouraged him with comments like, “Now you can drive saat samundar paar” and “Yeh hui na baat akhri pasta ,” adding to the jovial atmosphere surrounding his post.
On the professional front, Chunky Panday continues to be active in the industry. He was last seen in the OTT series Industry, which featured a talented ensemble cast, including Gagan Arora, Ankita Goraya, and Asha Negi. His ability to adapt and entertain audiences with diverse roles remains a testament to his enduring appeal in the film industry. He will also reprise his iconic role of ‘Aakhri Pasta’ in Housefull 5.
Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”
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