Ananya Panday’s cousin Alanna Panday aims to retire in 5 years thanks to YouTube and Instagram success: 'We are completely financially independent'

Alanna Panday and her husband Ivor McCray, married in 2023, are successfully embracing life as full-time influencers. They recently shared details about their financial progress, highlighting that their careers as content creators are steadily leading them toward financial independence.Building a Digital EmpireAnanya Panday’s cousin Alanna has made a name for herself in the digital world.Boasting millions of Instagram followers and 1.6 million YouTube subscribers, she and her husband Ivor have created a thriving online platform featuring lifestyle, travel, and family content. Recently, they addressed common questions from fans in a YouTube video, including inquiries about their earnings.Financial StabilityAlthough Alanna chose not to reveal exact numbers, she clearly conveyed their financial security. As reported in Pinkvila, she said, “All I’ll say is that how much we make is more than enough to live the life that you guys are seeing online. We are completely financially independent, we pay all our bills. We have saved up enough to buy our house, and we have bought our car. It’s more than enough to live the life that you see.”Aiming for Financial FreedomIvor mentioned that their financial strategy for the future is already set in motion. “The goal is that, within five years, if we’re on the right path, we wouldn’t have to work again if we didn’t want to,” he explained. He attributed this perspective to his family background, sharing that his grandfather, who maintained a modest lifestyle despite being a millionaire, inspired him to take a humble and sensible approach to managing wealth.Lessons from a Modest Millionaire GrandfatherHe revealed that his grandfather was extremely wealthy, yet he kept it a secret by dressing in worn-out clothes and driving a dilapidated car. Although a millionaire, he preferred a simple, unassuming lifestyle and never showed off his riches. This humble approach to wealth was passed down through the family to Ivor. He also shared that his grandfather advised them to avoid discussing money or politics, a piece of wisdom that has remained with him over the years.Thriving Personally and ProfessionallySince the arrival of their first child, River, last year, Alanna and Ivor have been thriving both personally and professionally. The duo also appeared together on the Prime Video reality series 'The Tribe', offering fans an inside glimpse into their everyday lives.