Ananya Panday’s reaction was ‘priceless’ on meeting her nephew River for the first time; reveals cousin Alanna |

Ananya Blacksmithfresh off the success of her digital debut in ‘Call Me Bae’, recently experienced a heartwarming moment when her cousin, Alanna Blacksmithsurprised her with the first meeting of Alanna’s newborn son, River. Ananya was caught off guard when she encountered her nephew in India, and her reaction was nothing short of “priceless,” according to Alanna.
In a recent interview with Hindustan Times, Alanna Panday opened up about her journey as a new mother and reflected on the special moment she introduced her baby boy, River, to her family for the first time in India.Alanna, a popular internet personality, lives in Los Angeles with her husband, filmmaker Ivor McCray, and had recently returned to India to surprise her loved ones.
Alanna explained how she orchestrated the surprise, revealing that both Ananya and her mother, Bhavana Pandeybelieved they were attending a traditional Pooja ceremony. Instead, they were greeted with the unexpected delight of meeting baby River for the first time. “Their expression was priceless and they were so happy, they couldn’t stop holding and loving him,” Alanna shared.
The emotional reunion was particularly meaningful, as Alanna and Ivor welcomed their son on July 8, 2023. Alanna, reflecting on her newfound role as a mother, described it as one of the best experiences of her life. She spoke candidly about how parenthood has transformed both her and Ivor, saying that becoming parents has brought a deeper sense of responsibility and personal growth. She further added that as new parents, she and her partner feel incredibly grateful and blessed.

In July, Alanna and Ivor shared the joyful news of their son River’s birth with a heartfelt video on Instagram. The tender moment featured the couple gently holding their newborn while sitting on a bed. The caption, “Our little angel is here,” captured their excitement. The post was immediately flooded with warm wishes and congratulations from friends, family, and their followers.
Ananya Panday, who was overjoyed to meet her nephew, also took to Instagram to express her excitement. She reshared Alanna’s post on her Instagram Stories, adding a heartfelt message that read, “My beautiful baby boy nephew is here.” The actress’s sweet tribute captured the love and affection she already feels for River, despite the geographical distance between them.
Alanna Panday, who tied the knot with Ivor McCray in March 2023, has been open about her life as a new mother and the joys of parenthood. The couple, who have been together for several years, celebrated their union in a grand ceremony earlier this year, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. Now, with the addition of baby River, their journey as a family has taken on even greater significance.