Top 10 Coolest Things About Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has built a career that moves effortlessly between Hindi cinema and global television, stacking up major awards, firsts, and ambitious producing credits along the way. Below are the coolest, most verifiable highlights from her film and TV work—followed by one industry-shaping achievement behind the camera that’s too important to leave out.

‘Quantico’ (2015–2018) – First South Asian actor to headline a U.S. network drama

On ABC’s ‘Quantico’, Chopra Jonas starred as FBI agent Alex Parrish, becoming the first South Asian actor to lead a U.S. network drama series. She won two People’s Choice Awards for the role, another first for a South Asian performer on that stage. The series ran for three seasons and aired in dozens of international markets via network and streaming partners. Her casting and reception opened doors for more inclusive leads in American television thrillers.

‘Fashion’ (2008) – National Film Award-winning performance

In ‘Fashion’, she played supermodel Meghna Mathur and earned India’s National Film Award for Best Actress. The role tracked the rise-and-fall arc of a newcomer navigating the industry’s pressures, earning her wide critical recognition. The film also secured multiple accolades at major Indian award shows. Its success cemented her as a bankable dramatic lead in Hindi cinema.

‘Barfi!’ (2012) – Acclaimed portrayal of a woman on the autism spectrum

Chopra Jonas portrayed Jhilmil in ‘Barfi!’, delivering a performance praised for sensitivity and restraint. The film won several National Film Awards and was selected as India’s official entry for the Academy Awards in the foreign-language category that cycle. It became one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of its year of release. Her work broadened the range of roles offered to her afterward, spanning mainstream and prestige projects.

‘Mary Kom’ (2014) – Biopic role shaped by intensive boxing preparation

For ‘Mary Kom’, she trained extensively in boxing to portray the five-time world champion from Manipur. The film won the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, and her performance drew strong reviews. It also expanded her profile with sports biopic audiences beyond Hindi cinema’s core markets. The project is regularly cited among her most physically demanding roles.

‘Bajirao Mastani’ (2015) – Award-winning turn as Kashibai

In ‘Bajirao Mastani’, she played Kashibai, earning the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress. The historical epic became one of the year’s top earners in India and performed well overseas. Its soundtrack and production design drove long box-office legs, keeping the film in theaters for an extended run. Her Marathi-language dialogues and measured characterization drew particular acclaim.

‘Aitraaz’ (2004) – Breakthrough in a rare negative role

Her role in ‘Aitraaz’ earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role, a category few lead actresses have won. She also collected the Best Supporting Actress honor at the same ceremony for the film. The legal thriller’s success showcased her range early in her career. That recognition led to a wave of complex parts that mixed glamour with moral ambiguity.

‘Don’ (2006) and ‘Don 2’ (2011) – Franchise action heroine

As Roma in ‘Don’ and ‘Don 2’, she performed action sequences that positioned her as a durable franchise presence. The films were commercial hits in India and international markets, strengthening her appeal with action audiences. Her character’s arc threaded through undercover operations, vendettas, and shifting loyalties. The franchise’s global distribution boosted her visibility ahead of her later U.S. television break.

‘The White Tiger’ (2021) – Executive producer on an Academy Award–nominated film

Chopra Jonas served as an executive producer on ‘The White Tiger’ and also appeared on screen as Pinky Madam. The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay. Released by Netflix, it reached a worldwide audience quickly through the platform’s global rollout. Her producing involvement highlighted a deliberate push to champion South Asian stories for international viewers.

‘Citadel’ (2023– ) – Co-leading a globe-spanning spy franchise

On Prime Video’s ‘Citadel’, she stars as elite agent Nadia Sinh opposite Richard Madden. The series is designed as a multi-country franchise, with local-language spinoffs announced in markets like Italy and India. Behind the scenes, the project comes from AGBO, the company founded by the Russo Brothers. Her role reinforces her positioning in large-scale, effects-driven action storytelling aimed at worldwide audiences.

‘The Sky Is Pink’ (2019) – Star–producer on a festival-premiering drama

In ‘The Sky Is Pink’, she both starred and produced a family drama based on the real-life story of motivational speaker Aisha Chaudhary. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, expanding its international profile before its theatrical release. As a producer, she helped shepherd a script that balanced medical crisis with intimate, character-centered scenes. The project signaled her ongoing commitment to content-driven Hindi films alongside global ventures.

Purple Pebble Pictures – Championing regional cinema with award-winning results

Through her company Purple Pebble Pictures, Chopra Jonas has produced a slate of regional-language films, including the Marathi hit ‘Ventilator’. That title won three National Film Awards, spotlighting how regional stories can travel when paired with strong writing and distribution. The banner has backed projects in Marathi, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, and Assamese, diversifying the kinds of Indian films getting financing. This work has helped elevate non-Hindi films in national conversations and streaming catalogs.

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