Priyanka Chopra Jonas, an Indian film actress, model, and singer, has become a global icon with her remarkable journey from winning the Miss World pageant in 2000 to becoming one of the highest-paid actresses in Bollywood and Hollywood.
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Interesting Facts About Priyanka Chopra
- She was crowned Miss World at age 18.
- She has released a few music singles.
- She loves burgers, fries, and Tabasco.
- She has some cute nicknames.
- She has an “army of brothers.
- She always carries candies in her purse.
Early Life and Upbringing
Born on July 18, 1982, in Jamshedpur, India, Priyanka Chopra was raised in a family of physicians serving in the Indian Army. Due to her parents’ profession, she moved quite frequently during her childhood. She studied at the La Martiniere Girl’s School in Lucknow before relocating to the United States for three years.
Interestingly, before entering the world of entertainment, Priyanka dreamt of becoming an aeronautical engineer.
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Family Background
Priyanka is very close to her family, including her younger brother, Siddharth. She shares a special bond with her late father, Dr. Ashok Chopra.
In her personal life, Priyanka is happily married to singer Nick Jonas. The couple welcomed their first child, a girl, via surrogate in Jan.
Spouse
Nick Jonas (2017 – present)
Mother
Madhu Chopra
Father
Ashok Chopra
Siblings
Siddharth Chopra (Younger)
Rise to Stardom: How Priyanka Chopra Became a Recognized Actor
Priyanka made her acting debut with the 2002 Tamil film Thamizhan. She made her Bollywood debut the following year with the spy thriller The Hero: Love Story of a Spy. Her breakout roles came with the success of romantic comedy Mujhse Shaadi Karogi(2004) and romantic thriller Aitraaz(2004).
Controversies Involving Priyanka Chopra
- Her alleged affair with Akshay Kumar.
- Rumors about her relationship with Shah Rukh Khan.
- The controversy over her t-shirt with the words ‘Refugee’, ‘Immigrant’, and ‘Outsider’ crossed out.
- The backlash over her comments on racism.
- The controversy over Quantico’s plotline showing terrorism by Indian Hindu nationalists.
Net Worth of Priyanka Chopra: Income Sources & Assets
Physical Appearance: Height, Weight, and Body Stats
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Priyanka has received numerous accolades, including two National Film Awards and five Filmfare Awards. In 2016, the Government of India honored her with the Padma Shri.
She was also named one of Time’s 100 most influential people in the world.
Top Movies of Priyanka Chopra — (Ranked)
Debut Film
Film Debut:
- Thamizhan (2002)
- The Hero: Love Story of a Spy (2003, Bollywood film)
TV Debut:
- Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi (2010, as host)
Singing Debut:
- Ullathai Killathe (2002)
- Thamizhan (2002)
Debut Film: Thamizhan (2002)
Thamizhan (2002) Image / Poster
Thamizhan (2002) Video
Breakthrough & Critical Acclaim: Fashion (2008)
Fashion (2008) Image / Poster
Fashion (2008) Video
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Updated by: Aditee Singhi
This profile was researched by Aditee Singhi using verified sources including Wikipedia, IMDb Pro, Forbes, and news archives. Net worth is estimated from publicly reported earnings.