ABOUT Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a versatile Indian actress, singer, film producer, and philanthropist. Born on July 18, 1982, in Jamshedpur, India, she gained international recognition for her work in both Bollywood and Hollywood films. Chopra is one of India's highest-paid and most popular entertainers. Over her career, she has received numerous accolades, including a National Film Award and five Filmfare Awards. In addition to her acting career, she is recognized for her philanthropic efforts, particularly in the fields of health and education, and was named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
BEFORE FAME Priyanka Chopra’s journey to stardom began with her crowning as Miss World 2000, which was a turning point in her career. Before stepping into the limelight, she traveled extensively due to her parents' military careers. This early exposure to different cultures ignited her passion for performing arts. She moved to the United States at the age of 13 to study, living with her extended family. It was during her time in the US that Chopra developed an interest in western classical music and choral singing, participating in several theater productions and otiosity events.
TRIVIA Apart from her acting prowess, Chopra has dabbled in music and made her singing debut with the song "In My City" which featured will.i.am. She continued to explore her musical talents with subsequent releases, including "Exotic" featuring Pitbull. A known style icon, she has graced the cover of prestigious magazines like Time, Forbes, and Vogue. Moreover, she has been listed multiple times on Forbes' list of World's 100 Most Powerful Women. Chopra is also a tech enthusiast and co-founded Bumble India, an app catering to women’s networking needs.
FAMILY LIFE Priyanka was born to Ashok and Madhu Chopra, both physicians in the Indian Army. She has a younger brother, Siddharth Chopra. The nature of her parents' careers meant that they led a nomadic lifestyle, moving across various Indian cities. In 2018, she married American singer and actor Nick Jonas, and their relationship has been a constant favorite in global media. Together, they have a daughter named Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, born through surrogacy in January 2022.
ASSOCIATED WITH In her illustrious career, Priyanka has worked with numerous prominent personalities from around the world. She starred opposite Shah Rukh Khan in 'Don' and 'Don 2', and Hrithik Roshan in 'Krrish' and its sequel. In Hollywood, she gained widespread recognition for her role in the American TV series 'Quantico' and went on to share the screen with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson in the movie 'Baywatch'. Her collaboration with international musicians like will.i.am and Pitbull has showcased her versatility beyond acting, making her one of the few Indian entertainers to achieve global fame across multiple domains.
