Ananya Panchal

Ananya Panchal

Ananya Panchal is a writer on the Lifestyle and Trending News team for SI Swimsuit. Before joining SI Swimsuit in 2022, she worked at Bustle, the San Francisco Chronicle and the TODAY Show. When she is not writing or doom-scrolling on social media, Panchal can be found playing sudoku, rewatching One Tree Hill or trying new restaurants. She's also a coffee and chocolate (separately) enthusiast. Panchal has a bachelor’s in communications and journalism from Boston University.

Nazanin Mandi in Jamaica

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Nazanin Mandi Shares Amazing Snaps From SI Swimsuit Debut Which She Manifested for ‘Over Two Decades’

The 2025 rookie traveled to Jamaica for her debut photo shoot with the magazine.

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Joey Graziadei and Kelsey Anderson

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Kelsey Anderson’s Breathtaking Bikini Snaps Have Fans Calling Joey Graziadei a ‘Lucky’ Man

The ‘Bachelor’ franchise favorites are soaking up some sun in Hawai’i post-Super Bowl weekend.

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Kate Upton was photographed by Yu Tsai in Mexico. Swimsuit by Versace.

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Our 14 Favorite Red Hot SI Swimsuit Looks in Honor of Valentine’s Day

To celebrate the day of love we’re taking a look back at some of the most jaw-dropping fiery suits to grace the pages of the magazine.

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Kylie Jenner

Fashion

Kylie Jenner Flaunts Her Hourglass Figure in Plunging Skin-Tight Luxe Black Gown

The model and entrepreneur subtly teased her brand Sprinter’s newest product while supporting Timothée Chalamet at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

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Meghan Markle

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Meghan Markle’s Sweet Mantra Is a Love Letter to Freckles—and a Reminder to Embrace Your Own

The Duchess of Sussex shared a valuable message with a young boy at the 2025 Invictus Games in Canada.

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XANDRA

Fashion

XANDRA Is Hot and Trendy as Ever in Skin-Baring Denim on Denim Look

The SI Swimsuit model and DJ brought the heat to New Orleans for Super Bowl Weekend.

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Nicole Williams English was photographed by Yu Tsai in Mexico. Swimsuit by PatBO. Earrings by Karine Sultan.

Fashion

14 Stunning Pretty in Pink SI Swimsuit Looks Ahead of Valentine’s Day

Celebrate the holiday with a look back at some of the most iconic images to ever appear in the magazine.

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Nazanin Mandi in Jamaica

SwimNews

Get an Exclusive Behind the Scenes Look at Nazanin Mandi’s SI Swimsuit Rookie Shoot in Jamaica

The multi-hyphenate talent brought beauty, confidence and purpose to her stunning debut with the magazine and photographer Yu Tsai.

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Addison Rae

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Addison Rae Dances in the Rain in Bedazzled Bra, Low-Rise Jeans for ‘High Fashion’ Promo

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Paige Spiranac

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On Galentine’s Day, Paige Spiranac Shares Her Philosophy on the Power of ‘Platonic Soulmates’

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Alexis Ren

Fashion

Alexis Ren Gets Playful in Red Hot String Bikini by the Beach

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Kelsey Merritt

Fashion

Kelsey Merritt Is the Ultimate Valentine in a Sweetheart Satin Cherry Red Mini Dress

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