London– Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently celebrated Diwali in London, sharing glimpses of light, laughter and festive joy with her fans across the globe. In a candid interview with British Vogue, she spoke about her love for the festival and revealed the Bollywood film she would recommend to someone unfamiliar with her work.
Diwali celebrations across the ocean
Priyanka, who has been living abroad while focusing on international projects, embraced the festival with her family in London. She posted glimpses of the festivities on social media, highlighting decorations, family time, and moments of joy. Despite being away from India, the actor emphasised the importance of celebrating cultural traditions, calling Diwali a time for reflection, togetherness, and happiness.
Nick Jonas’s favourite film of Priyanka
During the interview, Priyanka revealed which of her films she would suggest to first-time viewers of Bollywood cinema. Smiling, she said that her husband Nick Jonas recommended it, even though he may not have watched many Bollywood films himself.
“I only know this one because my husband recommends this movie of mine… it is Dil Dhadakne Do, and most of my friends who have not seen Bollywood movies love it. So that is a good one, I think,” Priyanka said.
Released in 2015, Dil Dhadakne Do was directed by Zoya Akhtar and featured an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma, Farhan Akhtar, Anil Kapoor, Shefali Shah, and Priyanka herself. The film followed the dysfunctional Mehra family on a cruise, leading to moments of self-realisation, emotional healing, and family bonding.
The film was both a critical and commercial success, earning around ₹145 crore worldwide on a budget of approximately ₹58 crore. Its light-hearted yet meaningful narrative has made it a favourite for new audiences exploring Bollywood cinema.
Priyanka’s family life
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas married in a grand ceremony at Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur, in December 2018, blending Hindu and Christian traditions. The couple welcomed their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, via surrogacy in January 2022, completing their family. Priyanka often shares glimpses of her family life alongside professional updates, connecting with fans across continents.
Upcoming projects in Indian cinema
While her last Hindi film was The Sky Is Pink (2019), Priyanka is set for a grand return to Indian cinema with SSMB29, co-starring Mahesh Babu and directed by S. S. Rajamouli. Production is expected to complete by 2026, with a planned global release in 2027.
Priyanka has been focusing on international projects in the meantime, including television and Hollywood films, but SSMB29 marks her high-profile comeback to Bollywood, generating excitement among fans and industry observers.