PERSONAL INFORMATION
Nickname(s): Piggy Chops, Sunshine, Mimi, PC [1] The Times of India
Profession(s): Actress, Model, Singer
Known for: Winning the Miss India and Miss World beauty pageants in 2000
Date of Birth: 18 July 1982 (Sunday)
Age (as of 2024): 42 Years
Birthplace: Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India
Zodiac sign: Cancer
Nationality: Indian
Hometown: Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India
Religion/Religious Views: She follows Hinduism. Once in a media conversation, she shared her religious views. She said, I am a Hindu. I pray, I have a temple at my home, I do it as often as I can. But truly to me, I am a believer that a higher power does exist and I like to have faith in that.” [3] Hindustan Times
Food Habit: Vegetarian [4] DNA
Engagement Date: 18 August 2018
Engagement Place: Mumbai
Marriage Date: • 1 December 2018 (as per Christian rituals) • 2 December 2018 (as per Hindu rituals)
Marriage Place: Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur
Age: 42 Years
Check Out Other Celebrities Biography
- sadhu kokila biography
- matthew hayden biography
- renu desai pawan kalyans wife biography
- sanjiv goenka biography
- parambrata chatterjee chattopadhyay biography
EDUCATION
School(s): • 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, Lowa • Army School, Bareilly
College/University: Jai Hind College, Mumbai
Educational Qualification: 12th standard [2] Times Now Hindi
Education: 12th Standard
PHYSICAL STATISTICS
Height (approx.): 5′ 6½” (169 cm)
Weight (approx.): 55 Kg (121 lbs)
Figure Measurements (approx.): 36-28-36
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Hair Colour: Black
FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS
Marital Status: Married
Affairs/Boyfriends: Aseem Merchant (model) Akshay Kumar (actor) Harman Baweja (actor) Shah Rukh Khan (actor, rumour) Shahid Kapoor (actor) Nick Jonas (singer, songwriter)
Husband/Spouse: Nick Jonas (m. 2018-present) Note: Nick Jonas is 10 years younger than Priyanka Chopra.
Children: In January 2022, Priyanka and Nick took to social media to announce that they were blessed with their first child through surrogacy. Reportedly, it was a premature baby girl. [6] India Today In April 2022, they announced that they have named their baby daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. [7] NDTV
Parents: Father – Late Ashok Chopra (physician in Indian Army) Mother – Madhu Chopra (former physician in Indian Army)
Siblings: Brother – Siddharth Chopra (Younger)
Husband: Nick Jonas
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Debut: Tamil film: Thamizhan (2002) as Priya Hindi film: The Hero Love Story of a Spy (2003) as Dr. Shaheen Zakaria TV: Fear Factor Khatron Ke Khiladi (2010) on Colors TV as host Singing: Ullathai Killathe (2002, Tamil Film- Thamizhan) English film: Baywatch (2017) as Victoria Leeds
Awards, Honours, Achievements: • Best Female Debut for Andaaz (2003) • Best Performance in a Negative Role for Aitraaz (2004) • Best Actress for Fashion (2008) • Critics Award for Best Actress for 7 Khoon Maaf (2011) • Best Supporting Actress for Bajirao Mastani (2015) • Two People’s Choice Awards: “Favourite Actress In A New TV Series” and “Favorite Dramatic TV Actress” for Quantico (2016) • First South Asian actress to win a People’s Choice Award • Padma Shri (2016) • Honored as one of the BBC 100 Women (2022)
MONEY FACTOR
Car Collection: Rolls Royce Ghost, Porsche Cayenne, Mercedes Benz E Class and BMW 7 Series, all-terrain vehicle with ‘Mrs. Jonas’ written on it (gifted by Nick Jonas in May 2022)
Salary (approx.): • In Hollywood, she earns around US $2,43,437 (approximately Rs. 2 crore) per episode for her work on a show. • Her monthly salary is about US $1,82,569.95 (approximately Rs. 1.5 crore) • Her annual income totals US $21,90,839.40 (approximately Rs. 18 crore). [8] Lifestyle Asia Hong Kong
Net Worth (approx.): Rs. 650 crore (as of 2024)
OTHER INFORMATION
Address: Green Acres at Lokhandwala complex, Andheri, Mumbai
Hobbies: Singing, Writing poems, Reading, Photography
Tattoo: She has got ‘Daddy’s lil girl’ inked on her wrist.
Other Relatives: Cousin sisters- 3 Parineeti Chopra (actor) Meera Chopra (actor) Mannara Chopra (actor, model)
Food: Burgers, French fries, Sarson ka saag, Bourbon biscuits, Red velvet cake
Actor(s): Matthew McConaughey, Tom Hardy, Mel Gibson, Shah Rukh Khan , Kishore Kumar , Dharmendra
Actress(es): Rekha and Sushmita Sen
Film(s): Bollywood: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004) Hollywood: Jerry Maguire (1996), Pretty Woman (1990), A Walk in the Clouds (1995)
Books: • Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare • Tell Me Your Dreams by Sidney Sheldon • Letters from a Father to His Daughter by Jawaharlal Nehru
Fashion Designer: Prabal Gurung
Perfume: Ralph Lauren Romance
Restaurant: Olive in Mumbai
Travel Destination(s): Paris, Brazil, Mexico
Expensive Things/Valuables: A bungalow in Goa (worth Rs. 20 crores), 50-carat diamond earring, a fur coat worth lakhs, a personalised ATV
INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Priyanka Chopra, a global icon and multifaceted talent, was born to an influential family intertwined with India’s political and cultural tapestry. Her father, a Punjabi Hindu from Ambala, and her mother, Madhu Chopra, hailing from Jharkhand’s Bihari-Magahi Hindu community, instilled in her a rich heritage. Madhu Chopra, the eldest daughter of Dr. Manohar Kishan Akhouri, a former Congress veteran, and Madhu Jyotsna Akhouri, a former member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, nurtured Priyanka in an environment that valued education and social activism. Interestingly, her maternal grandmother, originally named Mary John, belonged to the Malayali Jacobite Syrian Christian community and came from the notable Kavalappara family in Kerala, showcasing the diverse cultural influences that shaped Priyanka’s upbringing.
As a child, Priyanka’s family frequently moved, exposing her to various cities, including Bareilly, Lucknow, Delhi, Pune, and ultimately settling in Mumbai. The constant relocations, however, did not deter her spirit; they fueled her adaptability and creativity. At the age of 13, she traveled to the United States to further her education, living with her aunt and attending schools in Newton, Massachusetts, and Cedar Rapids, Iowa. During this formative period, Priyanka honed her talents in theater and Western classical music, experiences that would later enrich her artistic career. Despite feeling “gawky” and grappling with low self-esteem, she emerged victorious in a local beauty contest, the ‘May Queen,’ which served as a stepping stone toward bigger ambitions.
Her journey into the limelight began when her mother signed her up for the Femina Miss India contest in 2000, where she claimed the title of Femina Miss India World, propelling her to international fame as she went on to capture the Miss World crown later that year. This victory made her the fifth Indian to win the prestigious title. Priyanka’s newfound fame opened doors to numerous film offers, although her initial foray into Bollywood included a series of setbacks, such as a shelved debut film and missed opportunities in projects like ‘Humraaz.’ Nevertheless, her resilience shone through, as she navigated early career challenges with grace.
Over the years, Priyanka Chopra’s career blossomed, with notable performances in films like ‘Aitraaz,’ where she garnered acclaim for her role as a strong antagonist. Despite some early commercial failures, her performance in ‘Fashion’ marked a turning point, earning her both critical and commercial success. As she ventured into international markets, Chopra became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, passionately advocating for children’s rights and gender equality. Her diverse pursuits extend beyond acting; she also co-founded Purple Pebble Pictures to provide a platform for emerging talents and launched a successful music career that saw her collaborating with international artists. With her unwavering commitment to philanthropy, advocacy for women’s rights, and a keen interest in social issues, Priyanka Chopra continues to inspire many as she navigates her multifaceted career and personal life, including her high-profile marriage to American singer Nick Jonas.
—
Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.