
Full Name: Priyanka Chopra Jonas
Birth Date: July 18, 1982
Birthplace: Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India
Profession: Actress, Singer, Producer, Author, Philanthropist
Spouse: Nick Jonas (m. 2018)
Children: Malti Marie Chopra Jonas
Early Life and Background
Priyanka Chopra was born to Ashok and Madhu Chopra, both physicians in the Indian Army. This led to her family relocating frequently across India, giving Priyanka exposure to diverse cultures. She completed her schooling at La Martiniere Girls’ School in Lucknow and St. Maria Goretti College in Bareilly. She later moved to the U.S. as a teenager, where she attended high school and developed an interest in performing arts.
Miss World 2000
At 18, Priyanka won the Miss World 2000 title, bringing global recognition and opening doors to the entertainment industry. She became one of the few Indian women to achieve this milestone, setting the stage for her remarkable career in Bollywood and beyond.
Bollywood Career
Priyanka made her acting debut with the Tamil film Thamizhan (2002). Her Bollywood debut followed in The Hero: Love Story of a Spy (2003), which was a moderate success. Her breakthrough came with Andaaz (2003), co-starring Akshay Kumar, for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.
Hollywood Foray
Priyanka Chopra made her international debut with the American TV series Quantico (2015-2018), becoming the first South Asian to headline a major U.S. network drama. Her Hollywood films include:
- Baywatch (2017) opposite Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron.
- Isn’t It Romantic? (2019).
- The Matrix Resurrections (2021).
Singing Career
Priyanka Chopra ventured into music with singles like:
- In My City (featuring will.i.am)
- Exotic (featuring Pitbull)
Her music showcased her versatility and ability to connect with a global audience.
Producer and Entrepreneur
Priyanka co-founded Purple Pebble Pictures, a production house that promotes regional and independent cinema. Notable projects include the Marathi film Ventilator, which won a National Film Award.
She has also invested in several startups and launched her own haircare brand, Anomaly, which emphasizes sustainability.
Awards and Recognitions
National Awards
- Best Actress: Fashion (2008)
Filmfare Awards
- Best Female Debut: Andaaz (2003)
- Best Villain: Aitraaz (2004)
- Best Actress: Fashion (2008)
- Best Supporting Actress: Bajirao Mastani (2015)
Other Honors
- Padma Shri (2016): India’s fourth-highest civilian award.
- Featured in TIME 100 Most Influential People (2016, 2022).
- Included in Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women in the World.
- Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award (2019): For her philanthropic efforts.
Personal Life
Priyanka married American singer and actor Nick Jonas in 2018. The couple welcomed their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, via surrogacy in 2022. Priyanka is known for balancing her family life with her demanding career.
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS :
YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcISVEh1jyw&pp=ygUgUHJpeWFua2EgQ2hvcHJhIGludGVydmlldyBsYXRlc3Q%3D
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/priyankachopra/?hl=en
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/priyankachopra/