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Priyanka Chopra Wiki, Biography
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a prominent Indian actress, singer, model, film producer, and philanthropist. She is widely recognized as one of the highest-paid and most popular actresses in India. Priyanka’s journey to stardom began in 2000 when she participated in the Miss World pageant and emerged victorious as Miss World 2000. She also received the title of Miss World Continental Queen of Beauty – Asia & Oceania during the competition held at the Millennium Dome in London on November 30, 2000.
Born on July 18, 1982, in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India, Priyanka Chopra goes by various nicknames such as Piggy Chops, Sunshine, Mimi, and PC. The moniker “Piggy Chops” was affectionately given to her by actor Abhishek Bachchan during the filming of the movie “Bluffmaster.” Despite her initial ambition to pursue aeronautical engineering, Priyanka’s exceptional beauty and talents led her to participate in various beauty contests, setting her on a path to fame and success.
Priyanka Chopra’s parents, Ashok and Madhu Chopra, were both medical professionals in the Indian Armed Forces. Due to their postings, Priyanka’s upbringing involved moving to different cities and countries within India. Her journey in the entertainment industry has been marked by achievements in acting, modeling, singing, and advocacy for women’s rights.
Currently, Priyanka Chopra is active in both Bollywood and American television series. She has garnered widespread recognition and accolades for her work. Forbes, a renowned rating and ranking organization, has consistently included her in lists of the top 100 influential women and strong women in the world since 2002.
Priyanka Chopra’s remarkable journey from a small-town girl to an international superstar is a testament to her talent, determination, and dedication to her craft.
Priyanka Chopra Wiki Details
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Biography |
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| Full Name | Priyanka Chopra |
| Nickname(s) | Piggy Chops, Sunshine, Mimi, PC |
| Date of Birth | July 18, 1982 (Sunday) |
| Age (as of 2023) | 41 Years |
| Birthplace | Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Religion | Hinduism |
Education |
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| School | – La Martiniere Girls School, Lucknow – St. Maria Goretti College, Bareilly – Newton North High School in Newton, Massachusetts – John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa – Army School, Bareilly |
| College | Jai Hind College and Basant Singh Institute of Science, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualification | 12th Standard |
| Career | |
| Profession(s) | Actress, Model, Singer |
| Film Debut | – Thamizhan (2002, Tamil film) – 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, Tamil Film- Thamizhan) |
| Family | |
| Father | Late Ashok Chopra (Physician in Indian Army) |
| Mother | Madhu Chopra (Physician in Indian Army) |
| Brother | Siddharth Chopra (Younger) |
| Sister | N/A |
| Personal Life | |
| Address | Green Acres at Lokhandwala complex, Andheri, Mumbai |
| Hobbies | Singing, writing poems, reading, photography |
Controversies |
– Alleged affairs with Akshay Kumar, Shah Rukh Khan – Photoshop controversy over her armpits in a magazine cover – Twitter battle with comedian Tanmay Bhat – Controversy over a Quantico episode |
Favorites |
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| Food | Risotto, Burgers, French fries, Chicken/Mutton Biryani, Fish curry, Sarson ka saag, Bourbon biscuits, Red velvet cake |
| Actors | Matthew McConaughey, Tom Hardy, Mel Gibson, Shah Rukh Khan, Kishore Kumar, Dharmendra |
| Actresses | Rekha, Sushmita Sen |
| Films | Bollywood: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi Hollywood: Jerry Maguire, Pretty Woman, Walk in the Clouds |
| Songs | “Careless Whispers” by George Michael, “I Will Always Love You” by Sarah Washington |
| Books | Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, Tell me your Dreams by Sidney Sheldon, Letters from a Father to His Daughter by Jawaharlal Nehru |
| Color | Red |
| Fashion Designer | Prabal Gurung |
| Perfume | Ralph Lauren Romance |
| Restaurant | Olive in Mumbai |
| Destinations | Paris, Brazil, and Mexico |
Relationships |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | Aseem Merchant (Model), Akshay Kumar, Harman Baweja, Shah Rukh Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Nick Jonas (Singer-Songwriter) |
| Engagement Date | August 18, 2018 |
| Marriage Date | December 1, 2018 (Christian rituals), December 2, 2018 (Hindu rituals) |
| Marriage Place | Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur |
| Husband/Spouse | Nick Jonas (m. 2018-present) |
| Children | In January 2022, Priyanka and Nick announced the birth of their first child through surrogacy, a premature baby girl named Malti Marie Chopra Jonas (April 2022) |
Style Quotient |
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| Cars Collection | Rolls Royce Ghost, Porsche Cayenne, Mercedes Benz E Class, BMW 7 Series, all-terrain vehicle with ‘Mrs. Jonas’ written on it (gifted by Nick Jonas in May 2022) |
| Expensive Things/Valuables | Luxury watches, favorite being Bvlgari Diva’s Dream (priced at Rs 32 lakh) |
Money Factor |
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| Salary (approx.) | Rs. 9-10 crore/film, $4 million/year for TV show (USR) |
| Income (as of 2018) | Rs. 18 crore/annum |
| Net Worth (approx.) | $32 million |
Lesser Known Facts |
– Smokes and drinks alcohol – Born into a family of physicians in the Indian Army – Won Femina Miss India 2000 – Started acting career in Tamil film Thamizhan – Original choice for Umrao Jaan (2006) – National Award winner for Fashion (2008) – Played 12 different characters in What’s Your Raashee? (2009) – Trained singer in western classical music – First Indian actress with foot impression at Salvatore Ferragamo Museum – Has a pet tigress and lioness in a biological park – Simpsons caricatures with Nick Jonas – First Indian to cover British Vogue (February 2023) – Shared experiences of leaving Bollywood due to politics and nepotism on a podcast in 2023 – Revealed a dehumanizing incident during early career in 2002-03 – Withdrew from her restaurant partnership ‘Sona’ in New York in August 2023 – Has a pet dog named Diana with an Instagram page |
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Priyanka Chopra on Instagram |
Pets |
Diana (Pet dog with Instagram page) |
