Priyanka Chopra Jonas
Actress, Producer- Purple Pebble Pictures
- Bumble
Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s Journey so far ...
- After coming second in the Miss India pageant, Priyanka Chopra entered the Miss World pageant in 2000 and won it
- She soon shifted focus to acting and her first movie as an actress was the 2002 Tamil film Thamizhan
- She made her debut in the Hindi film industry with the 2003 movie The Hero
- Chopra won the Filmfare award for best debut (female) for her role in Andaaz, released in 2003
- The following year, she appeared in some successful movies such as Mujhse Shaadi Karogi along with Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar and Aitraaz and was appreciated for her acting. She also won the Filmfare award for best villain for her role in Aitraaz
- Over the next few years, she did movies like Waqt: The Race Against Time, Krrish, Don, Bluffmaster and God Tussi Great Ho, which were all well received at the box-office
- In 2008, her performance in the movie Fashion garnered critical acclaim. She won her first National Award
- Further in her career, she played various kinds of characters in popular movies like Kaminey, 7 Khoon Maaf, Don 2, Barfi!, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Mary Kom, Dil Dhadakne Do and Bajirao Mastani. She won the best supporting actress Filmfare for her role in Bajirao Mastani
- In 2013, Chopra lent her voice for the Disney-animated movie Planes
- In 2015, she premiered in the drama series Quantico making her the first South Asian actress to lead an American network series. She has also won two People’s Choice Award, consecutively in 2016 and 2017, for her role in the series
- She launched her own production house, Purple Pebble Pictures, in 2015
- Chopra made her Hollywood debut in 2017 with the movie Baywatch
- Her subsequent Hollywood projects included the 2019 movie Isn’t It Romantic and the 2020 film We Can Be Heroes
- In 2019, she appeared in the critically acclaimed Hindi movie The Sky is Pink, in which she was paired opposite Farhan Akhtar, and then co-starred with Rajkumar Rao in the 2021 movie The White Tiger
- In 2010, she was appointed as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for Child Rights
- The Government of India honoured her with the Padma Shri -- the fourth-highest civilian award -- in 2016
- She also runs the philanthropic organisation, The Priyanka Chopra Foundation for Health and Education
Before you go ...
- One of her cousins, Parineeti Chopra, is also an actress in the Hindi film industry
- She is married to the popular American singer and actor Nick Jonas. The couple tied the knot in two elaborate ceremonies following both Hindu and Christian traditions in 2018
- As a singer, she has recorded two singles. The first was In My City, which featured the rapper will.i.am, was released in 2012. Her second single was Exotic, featuring the rapper Pitbull, which was released in 2013
- Chopra is the only actress to have won the Filmfare in five different acting categories
- She is an investor in the online dating app Bumble
- She has the phrase ‘Daddy's lil girl’, in her father’s handwriting, tattooed on the wrist of her right hand
Priyanka Chopra Jonas News
- Reliance Retail buys Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Anomaly in beauty expansion pushReliance Retail has acquired Priyanka Chopra Jonas's global haircare brand Anomaly. This move expands Reliance Retail's beauty and personal care offerings. Anomaly is known for its clean, vegan, and affordable products. Reliance Retail plans to scale the brand in India and internationally. Priyanka Chopra Jonas will continue as Creative Director. This acquisition strengthens Reliance Retail's position in the beauty market.
- Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem voices the ‘No to War, Free Palestine’ message while presenting the Best International Feature award at the 2026 Academy AwardsOscar-winning actor Javier Bardem used his platform at the 98th Academy Awards to voice his opposition to war and express solidarity with Palestinians. Bardem, wearing a "No to war" badge, declared "No to war. And free Palestine" before presenting the Best International Feature Film award. He reiterated his long-standing stance against conflict, referencing his activism during the Iraq War.
- Quote of the day by singer Nick Jonas: "Sometimes it can be something you're afraid of and run away from, yet something we all desperately hope for" - lessons on vulnerability from Priyanka Chopra's husbandNick Jonas once shared touching words about love and vulnerability. His song Find You explores the complicated emotions of seeking connection. Jonas believes love can be intimidating, exposing fears, yet the desire for it remains strong. This perspective resonates today, stating that the balance between fear and hope in building genuine relationships. Read on!
- Quote of the Day by Priyanka Chopra: "I buy my own diamonds. I don’t need someone to buy them for me. When a guy comes into my life it’ll not be for the diamonds, it’ll not be for the cars, it’ll not be for the homes.""I buy my own diamonds. I don’t need someone to buy them for me. When a guy comes into my life it’ll not be for the diamonds, it’ll not be for the cars, it’ll not be for the homes." This quote by Priyanka Chopra reflects her independence and self-worth. It highlights that personal achievements and happiness should not depend on others, and that true connections are built on trust, compatibility, and emotional depth rather than material possessions.
- Priyanka Chopra’s brother still struggling 'every day’. Actress' mother says he became collateral damage to her stardomPriyanka Chopra's mother, Madhu Chopra, revealed the emotional toll her daughter's rise to stardom took on her son, Siddharth. Madhu described Siddharth as "collateral damage," explaining he "just grew up on his own" during his teenage years due to their focus on Priyanka's career. Read on to know more about it!
- 'Not allowed in bedroom': Priyanka Chopra's husband Nick Jonas confesses about his six strict rulesNick Jonas's unusual bedroom rule has sparked amusement and confusion online. He believes beds are strictly for sleeping, prohibiting eating, reading, or watching TV in bed. While Priyanka Chopra watches TV in bed, Nick sits on a chair beside the bed to join her, leading to varied reactions from fans, some applauding his sleep hygiene commitment.
- Priyanka Chopra reveals the one ‘mandatory’ Sunday ritual she and Nick Jonas never skipPriyanka Chopra Jonas emphasizes the importance of Sunday morning snuggles with her husband, Nick Jonas, and their daughter, Malti Marie, despite her busy schedule. While she enjoys folding clothes, she avoids laundry duties by enlisting her mother-in-law's help. Her latest action-comedy, Heads of State, is receiving praise, with R. Madhavan commending her performance as an MI6 agent.
- Met Gala 2025: From Shah Rukh Khan’s debut to theme, timings and where to watch. 5 things to knowMet Gala 2025 is approaching. Shah Rukh Khan will debut, possibly in Sabyasachi. Kiara Advani and Diljit Dosanjh will also attend. Priyanka Chopra Jonas will return. The event will be on May 5, 6 PM ET. Vogue will stream it live. Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams, and Anna Wintour will co-chair.
- Priyanka Chopra to reunite with Baywatch star Zac Efron for next project; details herePriyanka Chopra is set to appear alongside Zac Efron, Will Ferrell, Michael Peña, Regina Hall, Billy Eichner and Jimmy Tatro in Nicholas Stoller’s untitled comedy. The film will reunite Stoller with the production house behind his recent comedy You’re Cordially Invited. Priyanka also has Citadel season 2, SSMB 29 and Krrish 4 in the pipeline.
- 'Miss World ke baad, Seengh nikal gaye the': Priyanka Chopra's mother on why children must learn humilityDr Madhu Chopra shares insights on humility during success and resilience in tough times, using Priyanka Chopra's journey as an example. She emphasizes grounding values from a young age. Counselling psychologist Srishti Vatsa underscores the balance between pride in success and staying humble, as well as the benefits of learning from failures and maintaining emotional regulation.
- Cobra Kai’s Rayna Vallandingham stuns netizens with epic martial arts skills. Did you know she is a 13-time championA young girl impresses viewers with her martial arts skills in a video, which highlights 13-time American Taekwondo Association champion Rayna Vallandingham. At age two, she began training and quickly rose to earn a fourth-degree black belt. Recently, she featured in Cobra Kai's latest season, showcasing her talents in and out of traditional martial arts.
- Will Shraddha Kapoor overtake Virat Kohli on Instagram? 'Stree 2' star beats Priyanka Chopra, becomes second most-followed IndianShraddha Kapoor has outranked Priyanka Chopra Jonas to become the second-most-followed Indian celebrity, reaching 91.9 million followers. This rise is credited to her latest film, Stree 2. Virat Kohli leads significantly with 270 million followers. The increasing interest in Shraddha could see her possibly challenging for the top spot in the future.
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas offers prayer at Ayodhya Ram Mandir along with husband Nick Jonas and daughter MaltiePriyanka Chopra Jonas also unveiled "Women of My Billion," a documentary chronicling Srishti Bakshi's 3,800 km journey from Kanyakumari to Kashmir, shedding light on women's resilience amid adversity. Produced by Purple Pebble Pictures, the film features real-life tales of survivors, including Pragya Prasun. Set for release on Prime Video post-theatrical run, the documentary aims to inspire with stories of courage and empowerment across India.
- Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas move into new home after LA mansion nightmare: ReportPriyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas have embarked on a new chapter, moving into a fresh abode following reports of health hazards in their $20 million Los Angeles mansion. Legal troubles arose due to water damage and mould infestation, leading to a lawsuit seeking the rescission of the property's purchase.
- Citadel Season 2: Release, storyline, casting and what's aheadIntroduced to the Amazon lineup in 2023, Citadel, starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, piqued the interest of action genre enthusiasts. Despite garnering intrigue, it fell short of the viewership Amazon ideally sought. Nevertheless, the show secured a renewal, prompting a shift in production to California. A temporary halt ensued due to the dual strike action over the summer, but work is set to resume.
- Bollywood Priyanka Chopra Jonas reacts to tragic killing of Indian student in SeattleBollywood actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas has spoken out about the tragic death of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula, who was killed by a police vehicle in Seattle. Chopra emphasized the value of a human life and expressed shock that the incident, which occurred nine months ago, is only now coming to light. Bodycam footage of the incident shows an officer making callous remarks about the collision, leading to outrage among US lawmakers and Indian-Americans.
- How did Priyanka Chopra Jonas became a global success? 'Citadel' star says she doesn't carry ego or prideThe 40-year-old Priyanka Chopra decided to explore Hollywood at the peak of her career in the Hindi film industry around 2011-2012. PeeCee began as a singer with the single 'In My City' and went on to feature as the lead in the American TV show 'Quantico' and played the antagonist in the film 'Baywatch'.