Rysa Pandey is the youngest daughter of Bollywood actor Chunky Pandey and is known for her talent and diverse interests. Despite belonging to a celebrity family, she has chosen to carve her own path, showcasing her abilities in singing, filmmaking, and food reviewing. While she has not yet stepped into the film industry, she has gained recognition for her individuality and creative pursuits.
Personal Details
Full Name: Rysa Pandey
Nicknames: Rysu, Rice Pudding, Rychu
Date of Birth: March 10, 2004
Age: 20 years (as of 2024)
Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality: Indian & American
Hometown: Mumbai, India
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Religion: Hinduism
Caste: Brahmin
Marital Status: Single
Early Life & Education
Rysa was born and raised in Mumbai, where she attended Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS). She is an undergraduate student and has shown excellence in academics, as well as extracurricular activities like football.
In 2020, she directed a short film titled “Daud”, which was selected for the International Children’s Film Festival of India in the Little Directors category. The film featured Samaira Kapoor (daughter of Karishma Kapoor) and Jahaan Kapoor (son of Sanjay Kapoor), earning her recognition for her directorial skills.
Apart from filmmaking, Rysa has a passion for music and received praise for her rendition of “You Know I’m No Good” by Amy Winehouse. She also runs a YouTube channel, where she shares her singing performances with a growing audience.
Family Background
Rysa belongs to one of Bollywood’s well-known families, with members excelling in various industries:
Father: Chunky Pandey (Actor, known for comic roles & films like Housefull)
Mother: Bhavna Pandey (Fashion Designer, Co-founder of LoveGen)
Sister: Ananya Pandey (Bollywood Actress, known for Liger and Kho Gaye Hum Kahan)
Her paternal grandfather, Dr. Sharad Pandey, was a renowned heart surgeon, and her grandmother, Snehlata Pandey, was also a doctor.
She is also related to well-known personalities like Alanna Pandey, Ahaan Pandey, Seema Sohail Khan, and Bunty Sajdeh, who are recognized for their social media influence.
Career & Interests
Rysa has not officially entered the Bollywood film industry, but she has been busy creating in:
Filmmaking: Directed Daud (2020)
YouTube Channel: Shares singing performances
Food Reviewing: Create an IG Page “Rice and More” for food critiques
Fashion & Modeling: Walks on Lakmé Fashion Week as a child.
She was also seen in Netflix’s reality show Fab Lives of Bollywood Wives (2020), giving glimpses of her everyday life.
Rysa intends to carve her space in the industry on her terms, not following the precedent set up by her family film background. She would love to make a career as a food critic.
Physical Appearance
Height: 5’5” (165 cm)
Weight: 55 kg (121 lbs)
Eye Color: Black
Hair Color: Black
Hobbies & Favorite Things
Rysa is beauty with brains, a myriad of interests:
Her hobbies include reading, dancing, movies, travel.
As for sports: Karate and football (school team).
Her passion includes singing and playing musical instruments.
She loves animals and has several pet dogs.
Net worth and sources of income
Though she doesn’t depend much upon money, Rysa has just started pocketing a few bucks from:
YouTube ad revenue
Brand collaborations
Fashion show appearances
Her net worth is estimated to be around $200,000 in USD, mostly aided by family wealth.
Social network presence
On social media, she talks about her food reviews, travel, and music,
Instagram: Rice and More (for food reviews)
YouTube: personal channel for singing performances.
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