In 2018, Priyanka got engaged to American businessman and singer Nick Jonas, and the two tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in India and the United States. The couple has been open about their relationship and has spoken about the challenges they faced as an inter-cultural couple.
Her wedding to Nick Jonas at the Umaid Bhawan Palace was the ultimate Bollywood fantasy brought to life, yet grounded in a modern reality where the woman is arguably the bigger star. The birth of their daughter via surrogate in 2022 added another layer to this narrative, showcasing a modern approach to family building that prioritized their careers and privacy. In 2018, Priyanka got engaged to American businessman
Because she represents the modern woman’s dilemma. For decades, Indian actresses were required to retire after marriage. Priyanka did the opposite. She got married at 36 (considered "late" by Indian standards) to a younger man of a different culture, and then she didn't stop working. She produced films, started a hair care empire, and returned to Bollywood. The birth of their daughter via surrogate in
This is perhaps the most critically acclaimed romantic role of her career. In Barfi! , Priyanka played Jhilmil, an autistic girl who loves unconditionally. The romantic storyline here is not about physical intimacy; it is about loyalty. Jhilmil’s love for Ranbir Kapoor’s character is pure, obsessive, and heartbreaking. This role taught audiences that Priyanka could convey deep romantic longing without speaking a word. Priyanka did the opposite