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Parineeti Chopra (pronounced [pəriːniːt̪iː ˈtʃoːpɽaː]; born 22 October 1988) is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi films. Chopra is a recipient of several accolades, including a Filmfare and a National Film Award. Chopra has appeared in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list since 2013.[3][4]

Key Information

After obtaining a triple honours degree in business, finance and economics from Manchester Business School, Chopra made her acting debut with the 2011 romantic comedy Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, winning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She followed it by garnering acclaim for her starring roles in the box-office hits Ishaqzaade (2012), Shuddh Desi Romance (2013) and Hasee Toh Phasee Kill Dil(2014). The first of these won her the National Film Award – Special Mention. This success was followed by a three-year hiatus and several poorly received films, with the exception of the horror-comedy Golmaal Again (2017) and the war drama Kesari (2019), in which she had a brief role. Chopra has since earned praise for her roles in the black comedy Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar (2021) and the biographical drama Amar Singh Chamkila (2024), and had a supporting role in the ensemble film Uunchai (2022).

In addition to her acting career, Chopra is a prominent celebrity endorser for brands and products. She has sung some of her film songs, including "Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahin"[5] and "Teri Mitti". In 2022, Chopra ventured into television by judging the reality show Hunarbaaz: Desh Ki Shaan on Colors TV.[6] Chopra is married to politician Raghav Chadha with whom she has a son.

Early life and work

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Chopra was born on 22 October 1988 in Ambala, Haryana into a Punjabi Hindu family.[7][8][9][10] Her father, Pawan Chopra, is a businessman and supplier to the Indian Army at Ambala Cantonment and her mother is Reena Chopra. She has two brothers: Shivang and Sahaj; actresses Priyanka Chopra, Meera Chopra and Mannara Chopra are her cousins.[9][11][12][13]

Chopra was educated at Convent of Jesus and Mary, Ambala.[14] In an interview published in The Hindu, she revealed that she was a very good student and had always wanted to become an investment banker.[8] At the age of 17, Chopra moved to England, where she received a triple honours degree in business, finance and economics from Manchester Business School.[8][15] She used to take orientation classes for new students at the university.[16] While studying, she worked part-time for the Manchester United Football Club as the team leader of the catering department.[17] Chopra is also a trained Hindustani classical singer with a B.A. Honours in music. She used to perform on stage with her cousin, Priyanka, and their fathers in her childhood.[18]

In 2009, she returned to India in the wake of the economic recession and moved to Mumbai. Chopra obtained an internship in the marketing department of Yash Raj Films, joining the production company as a public-relations consultant.[8][15][19] She considered it a perfect job, because she could use what she had learned and work in films.[20] While working on promotions for Band Baaja Baaraat (2010), Chopra realized that she wanted to become an actress and decided to resign from her executive position with Yash Raj Films to attend acting school. After meeting the company's casting director,[15] she was asked to do a "dummy audition for fun". Chopra remembered "fooling around with a camera" and delivering lines by the character Geet from the film Jab We Met (2007). When YRF producer Aditya Chopra saw the tape he was impressed with her acting.[21] Chopra was then signed to a 3-film deal.[22]

Acting career

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Debut, breakthrough and success (2011–2014)

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Chopra in 2012

In 2011, Chopra made her screen debut in a supporting role in debutant Maneesh Sharma's romantic comedy Ladies vs Ricky Bahl starring Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma in lead roles.[23] The film describes how three girls who are tricked by a con artist take revenge on him by plotting the same trick for him. Chopra played the Delhi-based "rich and spoiled brat" Dimple Chadda, who is betrayed by the film's central character. The film emerged as a moderate commercial success at the box-office, and received mixed reviews from critics; however, Chopra's performance received high praise.[24][25] Komal Nahta said, "Of the three other girls, Chopra is undoubtedly the best. She has the best role, the best lines and hers is the best performance among the three." Priyanka Roy of The Telegraph described Chopra as "natural" and wrote "Among the ladies, debutante Chopra almost steals the show from Sharma."[26] It earned her several Best Debut awards at various award ceremonies including Filmfare, Screen, IIFA Producers Guild Film Awards. Chopra also received Best Supporting Actress nominations at several ceremonies, including Filmfare, and won the Producers Guild and IIFA Awards in the same category.[27][28]

Chopra's second release was Habib Faisal's action romantic drama Ishaqzaade in which she played a leading role opposite debutant Arjun Kapoor.[29] The film revolves around two political families, whose rivalry (and mutual hatred) go back generations. Chopra played the boisterous and feisty tomboy Zoya, a Muslim girl who marries a Hindu boy and gives birth to new rivalry in both families. The film emerged as a commercial success at the box-office, and received positive reviews from critics, with Chopra's performance receiving widespread critical acclaim.[30] Taran Adarsh observed, "Chopra is simply fantastic [...] Playing the part of a spirited gun-toting girl, she is not the regular timid, decorous, withdrawn Hindi film heroine. She portrays the violent behavior coupled with the audacious and brash attitude with aplomb",[31] and Rajeev Masand labelled her the "biggest strength of the film".[32] The film grossed over 46 crore (US$5.4 million) at the domestic box-office, and was termed a super hit by Box Office India.[33] Chopra's performance earned her the National Film Award – Special Mention at the 60th National Film Awards, and her first nominations for the Producers Guild, Screen and Filmfare Award for Best Actress.[34][35][36]

Chopra next starred alongside Sushant Singh Rajput and Vaani Kapoor in the romantic comedy-drama Shuddh Desi Romance (2013), her second collaboration with Maneesh Sharma.[37] Set in Jaipur, the film explored the views of the younger generation on commitment, live-in relationships and arranged marriages as compared to love marriages in small town India. It received positive reviews from critics, with Chopra's portrayal of Gayatri, an outspoken and rebellious girl, received high critical acclaim. CNN-IBN noted that the film belonged to Chopra, who "turns Gayatri into the most real woman one have encountered on screen",[38] and the critic Mayank Shekhar added "Chopra's act in the film's first half is nothing short of National Film Award-winning material." Shuddh Desi Romance emerged as a commercial success at the box-office, grossing 46 crore (US$5.4 million) domestically.[39] Chopra garnered several Best Actress nominations, including a second consecutive nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress.[40]

Chopra's first of three releases of 2014 was Dharma Productions' romantic comedy-drama Hasee Toh Phasee, her first role outside the Yash Raj Films banner. She portrayed Dr. Meeta Solanki, a mad scientist on the run, opposite Sidharth Malhotra.[41] Directed by Vinil Mathew and jointly produced by Anurag Kashyap and Karan Johar, the film emerged as a commercial success at the box-office, and received positive reviews from critics, with Chopra's performance receiving widespread critical acclaim.[42][43] Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV wrote that Chopra was "pitch-perfect with her goofball act" and Hindustan Times published that she re-defined the concept of a Bollywood heroine with the film.[43][44] For her performance in the film, she won the BIG Star Entertainment Award for Most Entertaining Actor in a Comedy Film and received Best Actress nomination at Screen and Stardust Awards.[45][46][47]

Habib Faisal's dowry-based social comedy film Daawat-e-Ishq marked Chopra's second collaboration with Faisal.[48] She was cast as Gulrez "Gullu" Qadir, a middle-class salesgirl from Hyderabad alongside Aditya Roy Kapur and Anupam Kher.[49] The film received mixed reviews from critics upon release, though Chopra's performance received praise. Film critic Sarita A. Tanwar from Daily News Analysis found Chopra to be "the best thing about the film" and added, "Chopra shines in every scene. She does what she does every single time — rises head and shoulders above the film and her costars."[50] Chopra next played her first "glamorous role" in Shaad Ali's crime film Kill Dil, co-starring Govinda, Singh and Ali Zafar.[51] Sukanya Verma of Rediff.com found the film to be a "disaster" and wrote that "Chopra is terribly miscast and wears clothes that should have never left the wardrobe".[52] Both Daawat-e-Ishq and Kill Dil were unsuccessful at the box office. The same year, she also appeared in the short film, Dor as Ria.[53]

Hiatus and career fluctuations (2015–2020)

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Post the release of Kill Dil, Chopra took a 3-year sabbatical from full-time acting, during which she briefly portrayed guest character Muskaan Raza Qureshi in Dishoom (2016), appearing in the song "Jaaneman Aah" alongside Varun Dhawan.[54] She returned to the screen in 2017 with Yash Raj Films' romantic drama Meri Pyaari Bindu opposite Ayushmann Khurrana.[55] The film tells the story of Abhimanyu, a writer who uses his heartbreak as fuel for his next book; she played the titular character, Bindu Shankarnarayanan, an aspiring singer, whose story is told from Abhimanyu's perspective.[56] Anisha Jhaveri of IndieWire praised Chopra for "grounding Bindu with flickers of genuine sensitivity and vulnerability [...] hinting that there's more to the character behind that flighty surface."[57] Rajeev Masand called her performance as "sincere", but felt that the actress was given very less to work thanks to the "flighty and fickle" nature of her character.[58] She next starred opposite Ajay Devgn in Rohit Shetty's horror-comedy Golmaal Again, the fourth installment in the Golmaal film series.[59] Bollywood Hungama noted, "Chopra has a crucial character and from the first sequence itself, there's an element of mystery surrounding her character that adds to the fun. She looks beautiful and does a good job."[60] The film broke several box-office records and was eventually declared a blockbuster, thus becoming her highest-grossing film to date.[61] It grossed over 311 crore (US$37 million) at the box-office, thus becoming one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.[62]

Chopra promoting Golmaal Again in 2017

Chopra's only release of 2018 was a reunion with Arjun Kapoor after Ishaqzaade on Vipul Amrutlal Shah's romantic comedy Namaste England,[63] a sequel to Shah's Namastey London (2007) which starred Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaif. The film emerged as a critical and commercial disaster at the box-office.[64][65] Shilpa Jamkhandikar of Reuters felt she was "sleepwalking through a role that didn't have too much meat in the first place" and Nandini Ramnath of Scroll noted that her usual spikiness was missing.[66][67]

Chopra's first film appearance of in 2019 was in a brief role opposite Kumar in the historical war drama Kesari directed by Anurag Singh.[68] It told the story of the events leading up to the Battle of Saragarhi, a battle between 21 soldiers of the 36th Sikhs of the British Indian Army and 10,000 Afridi and Orakzai Pashtun tribesmen in 1897. Chopra played the role of Jeevani Kaur, the wife of Ishar Singh, the leader of the Sikh soldiers, appearing in his imaginary conversations before and after the battle. Sukanya Verma of Rediff.com felt that she had "precious little to do" in the film.[69] However, Rachit Gupta of The Times of India noted her "small, but impactful role", writing "it's her character's fun banter with Kumar that puts a smile on your face and her tears break your heart."[70] The film emerged as a major commercial success at the box-office, grossing over 201 crore (US$24 million) worldwide.[71] Her second release of the year was the action romantic comedy Jabariya Jodi, which was based upon the tradition of groom kidnapping, prevalent in Bihar. The film marked Chopra's second collaboration with Malhotra after Hasee Toh Phasee, and film received unanimously negative reviews and emerged as a commercial failure at the box-office.[72][73] Writing for NDTV, film critic Saibal Chatterjee felt that Chopra "punctuates her perky, no-nonsense girl persona with moments of demure docility" but "all the effort that she makes to traverse the gamut quickly ceases to convey any meaning in the absence of cohesion and clarity in the character's motives." Shubhra Gupta of The Indian Express wrote that "Chopra, togged out in the most outlandish clothes Patna may have been witness too, seems to have gotten stuck in a rut of familiarity."[74][75]

Commercial setbacks and renewed critical recognition (2021–present)

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Chopra's first on-screen appearance of 2021 was in The Girl on the Train, a Hindi adaptation of the novel of the same name by Paula Hawkins; it was released on Netflix.[76][77] The film was directed by Ribhu Dasgupta featuring Chopra as an alcoholic and troubled divorcee who gets embroiled in a murder investigation. A negative review in Firstpost criticised the film for "lacklustre writing" but praised her performance as "sincere", adding, "She manages to embed herself in Mira's tortured mind, giving this film its one selling point."[78] Chopra next starred opposite Arjun Kapoor in Dibakar Banerjee's black comedy Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar.[79] Filmfare felt that the film belonged to Chopra, writing "She's the epicenter of the drama and has a multi-layered character that she plays around with. She swiftly moves from a strong unbreakable woman to a broken and vulnerable victim."[80] Her performance in the film earned her a third nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress.[81] The biographical sports drama Saina was Chopra's final film of the year.[82] Directed by Amol Gupte, the film saw her portraying the badminton player Saina Nehwal.[83] Shubhra Gupta of The Indian Express noted that she serves drops and smashes as the badminton champ", writing Chopra gives us a good, solid Saina Nehwal. When she raises her racket after a hard-fought win, you cheer."[84] Both Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar and Saina were box-office bombs.[85]

Chopra promoting Code Name: Tiranga in 2022

Chopra's first film of 2022 was Dasgupta's espionage thriller Code Name: Tiranga, her second collaboration with the director.[86][87] For her role, she learnt Krav Maga, an Israeli martial art developed for the Israel Defense Forces.[88] It received negative reviews and emerged as a commercial failure at the box-office.[89] Deepa Gahlot of Rediff.com wrote that Chopra "gets her fair share of the footage, but seems to equate scowling and squinting with seriousness of purpose."[90] Chopra next featured as Shraddha Gupta, a tour guide, in the ensemble film Uunchai, directed by Sooraj Barjatya under Rajshri Productions.[91][92] Anuj Kumar of The Hindu opined that she "gets a half-baked character, and yet, she makes the most of it".[93] The following year, Chopra reunited with Akshay Kumar in the disaster film Mission Raniganj,[94][95] based on the Raniganj Coalfields collapse of 1989.[96] Dismissing her role in it, Nandini Ramnath opined that she "contributes little beyond the support expected of the spouse".[97] It emerged as a commercial failure at the box-office.[98]

In 2024, Chopra portrayed Amarjot Kaur, wife of Amar Singh Chamkila, opposite Diljit Dosanjh in the Imtiaz Ali directorial Amar Singh Chamkila.[99][100] Chopra left Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal, to be a part of the project, due to schedule conflicts. Chopra stated, "It's one of the most exciting films that I've ever worked on."[101][102] For her role in the film, Chopra gained 15 kilos.[103] The film was released digitally on Netflix.[104][105] In her review for WION, Shomini Sen found Chopra to be "beautifully restrained" as Amarjot and was appreciative of her chemistry with Dosanjh.[106] The film eventually emerged as the most-watched Hindi streaming film of the year.[107] Her performance earned her several awards and nominations including Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actor in a Web Original Film – Female nomination.[108]

Chopra will next appear in an yet untitled film and will also mark her web debut with Netflix's next thriller series.[109][110]

Other ventures

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Television

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In 2014, Chopra made her first appearance on television in Zee TV's India's Best Cinestars Ki Khoj as a mentor. In 2015, she first did a cameo role of a doctor in the mini web-series Man's World.[111] She then appeared as Mariama in the documentary Girl Rising India – Woh Padhegi, Woh Udegi, that premiered on Star Plus on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.[112] In addition to this, she has hosted the 3rd Stardust Awards with Ayushmann Khurana in 2013, the 11th Star Guild Awards with Kapil Sharma in 2015 and the second Times of India Film Awards with Riteish Deshmukh in 2016.[113] She next appeared as a contestant on Star Plus's Lip Sing Battle along with Karan Johar in 2017. In 2018, she hosted the 63rd Filmfare Awards with Shah Rukh Khan, Johar and Khurana. Chopra made her television debut as a judge alongside Mithun Chakraborty and Johar on the reality show titled Hunarbaaz: Desh Ki Shaan, which premiered on Colors TV in 2022.[114][115] She also appeared as a guest and contestant on Khatra Khatra Khatra, the same year.[116]

Music and stage performances

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Chopra made her playback singing debut in 2017 with the song "Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahin" and received praise for her vocal performance and singing.[117][118] Bollywood Hungama praised Chopra and wrote, "One has to admit that she does a really good job in rendering this one. The kind of thehrav that she brings with her singing is truly remarkable."[119] The song earned her nominations for the Screen Award for Best Female Playback Singer and the Mirchi Music Award for Upcoming Female Vocalist of The Year.[120][121] In 2019, Chopra recorded the female version of the song "Teri Mitti" for the film, Kesari, when the film entered "Rs 150 cr club".[122][123] She sang the unplugged version of the song "Matlabi Yariyan" for the film The Girl on the Train in 2021.[124]

She has performed on stage at the Filmfare, IIFA and Stardust award ceremonies.[125] In August 2016, Chopra performed in various cities in the United States for the "Dream Team 2016" tour, alongside Johar, Varun Dhawan, Sidharth Malhotra, Aditya Roy Kapur, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt and Badshah.[126] According to Chopra, she felt "rejuvenated" post the Dream Team tour.[127]

Philanthropy

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Chopra in 2018

In addition to acting in films, Chopra is active in charity work and supports a number of causes. She walked the ramp at the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week to support the Shabana Azmi Mijwan Welfare Society, a NGO dedicated to empowering girls.[128] She also appeared on NDTV's Greenathon, an initiative to support eco-friendliness and investigate poor electricity supplies in rural villages, to lend her support.[129] In 2013, she along with Urmila Matondkar, walked for Manish Malhotra in London, to support the Angeli Foundation – a charity that works to empower the Girl child in India.[130] Chopra was appointed as the brand ambassador for the 'Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao' campaign to promote the cause of girl child by the Haryana government in 2015.[131] In 2016, she was seen on the TV show Mission Sapne, where she helped 13-year-old Bhavna Suthalya secure a better future.[132]

In 2017, Chopra became an ambassador for Tourism Australia in 'Friends of Australia' advocacy panel by Tourism Australia.[133] According to the India Entertainment Marketing Report 2019, Indian visitors to Australia have grown at an average of 21 percent since the appointment of Chopra in comparison to 15 percent growth experienced during the prior six months.[134] In 2020, Chopra did a virtual coffee date with people to raise funds that will feed 4,000 family members of 1,000 daily wage earners.[135] Chopra is an aquaphile and was chosen as PADI's AmbassaDiver in May 2022.[136] She has taken active part in cleaning the ocean during her scuba diving sessions.[137] Chopra also cleaned Mumbai's beach post Ganpati visarjan in September 2022.[138] She has also ramp walked in the Lakme Fashion Week[139] and has been the cover model for several magazines.[140][141] Chopra was conferred with "Master Scuba Diver" title in 2023.[142]

Entrepreneurship

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In July 2023, Chopra turned entrepreneur, and became an investor and partner in the beauty and cosmetic brand "Clensta".[143][144] Expanding her entrepreneurial journey, in September that year, Chopra invested in "Tritiyaa Fine Jewellery", a venture founded by entrepreneur Kanthi Dutt.[145][146]

Artistry and reception

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Chopra in 2022

Following her debut, Chopra was regarded as one of the most promising actresses in Hindi cinema.[147][148] For her portrayal of brash, loud mouthed Dimple Chaddha in Ladies vs Ricky Bahl (2011), Rajeev Masand said that "she steals the film from under the nose of its leads". She was termed as Bollywood's "girl next door".[149][150] She is noted for her acting versatility and range.[151]

The actress' roles and performances have been studied by critics.[152] NDTV noted, "[Chopra]....is as far removed from the standard Bollywood bombshell as it is possible for a lead actress to be. She's more girl next door than glamour doll, with no obvious oomph in evidence, and freely confesses to a battle with the weighing scale".[19] The Indian Express labelled her the "most brightest and talented" newcomer of this generation, noting "her infectious amount of energy".[153] While discussing her career in a 2013 article, CNN-IBN noted, "[she]....is one of the few actresses in the current lot who has a strong screen presence which demands absolute attention from the viewer. When she is on screen, one can't notice other actors—Parineeti engages you in such a way".[154] Filmfare noted, "She's not only an actress with great screen presence, but also a loveable personality off screen....quite the complete package".[155]

Writer Suhani Singh find Chopra to be animated, charming and fun woman who dreads the word "workout". She says Chopra has an "attractive and vivacious personality".[156] Verve's Sitanshi Talati-Parikh termed her "gritty and hard-working to the extent of being tenacious" about her roles, her characters, her life.[157] For her performance in Ishaqzaade (2012), film critic Rajeev Masand described her as "the biggest strength of the film". But with her earlier repetitive roles, he thought her "sheen was wearing off".[158] Amit Tyagi of India Today feels Chopra has been "working towards changing woman characters' portrayal in Bollywood" one film at a time.[159] While writing for Vogue, Anil Thakraney termed Chopra's "punctuality and respect for another person's time" as a rarity in the film world.[160] Shrishti Negi of News 18 finds her to be the performer who has "always been good, always been multifaceted".[161]

Her directors believe Chopra gets into the skin of her characters. Vinil Mathew had said, "Chopra is a clown and I wanted a character like her in my film. She is an extremely quirky actress". He further added that Chopra was always on his "wish list".[162] Dibakar Banerjee found Chopra to be a "very strong-willed and combative individual who needs her own answers". He further said, "She taught me a lesson about ‘gameface' I'll never forget it and I used it in the film."[163]

Chopra says, "I never think, speak or act diplomatically." She further says she stays "focused on her character or a scene and enjoy being this new person".[156] In an interview with Hindustan Times, Chopra revealed that she intends to do films where she has lot to perform, and not the films which has high production value. She said,

"I have been offered so many films and they might be great for an actor commercially, but my personal belief is to invest my time in projects that I will be proud of. I don't want to do a film that will get me money and has a huge star cast and a big director. I want to do films where I have a lot to do. I don't want to do a film in which I only get to dance or do a couple of songs. I really want meaty roles."[164]

Personal life

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Chopra maintains a close relationship with her family. Despite being known for her media-friendly attitude, Chopra has been guarded about discussing her relationships. In 2019, Chopra spoke about her personal experience of battling depression.[165] Chopra has been outspoken on issues such as weight gain and body-shaming. She said, "Body-shaming is the most ridiculous thing on earth. It is something natural and what you are born with. But every human being should strive to be their fittest. They shouldn't strive to be the skinniest. You can be fit at your body type." On being criticised for her weight, she said, "I agreed with them that I wasn't looking my best. I wasn't doing my best for my fitness. I think I would have gotten hurt if I was doing everything that I could and I was really my fittest, and then people didn't like the way I looked. I think that would have affected me. But I agreed with them because I knew I wasn't doing my best."[166] Chopra also spoke on the pay gap in Bollywood.[167] She said, "I always felt like I deserved a little bit more but I only got this much. But then girls do a lot of endorsements so we kind of make it up. So that is why I never talk about it (pay parity) because the boys don't do as many endorsements as girls. I hope I'm right. We do so many beauty commercials and hair commercials like so many brands and I think we kind of cover it up." Her statement was met by several criticism.[168]

During her career's early stage, she was linked to director Maneesh Sharma, something which was later denied by the actress.[169] Despite persistent rumours of dating politician and MP Raghav Chadha since March 2023, Chopra did not publicly speak about the relationship.[170] They got engaged on 13 May 2023 at Kapurthala House in New Delhi.[171][172] Chopra married Chadha on 24 September 2023 at The Leela Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony.[173][174][175] On 19 October 2025, she gave birth to their son, Neer.[176][177]

In the media

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Chopra has appeared in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list since 2013.[178] She debuted at 77th position with an estimated annual income of 53.6 million (US$630,000). In 2019, with an estimated annual income of 125 million (US$1.5 million), she peaked at the 41st position.[179][180] Chopra also has a large social media footprint, with over 44.1 million Instagram and 14.6 million Twitter followers.[181]

The actress appeared on Verve's list of most powerful women in 2011.[182] She was placed 2nd in Times of India's Most Promising Newcomer of 2011.[183] In its 50 Most Desirable Women List, she debuted at 44th place in 2013.[184] In 2012, 2014 and 2024, Rediff.com placed Chopra in their listing of the "Top Bollywood Actresses".[185][186][187] She was placed in The Indian Express's Top 10 Bollywood Actresses of 2013 list.[188] Chopra also appeared on the most searched celebrities list of 2014.[189] In Eastern Eye's 50 Sexiest Asian Women List, she was placed 14th in 2013 and 33rd in 2015.[190][191]

Apart from charity work, she serves as an ambassador for a number of brands. Chopra endorses brands such as Kurkure, Nivea, Maaza and Spinz, WeChat, Pantene, Vadilal and Mahindra scooty.[192] She became the first Bollywood star to endorse products from both Coke (Maaza) and PepsiCo (Kurkure) at the same time.[193] Chopra is also the brand ambassador of ADEX India and Jovees Herbal.[194][195] Chopra received the award for Outstanding Achiever in "Arts, Entertainment, Culture" category at the India UK Achievers Honours in 2023.[196][197] Over the years, Chopra has impressed fashion critics with her impeccable sense of style.[198][199] Chopra is among the highest-grossing actresses in Indian cinema.[200]

Accolades

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Chopra is a recipient of the National Film Award – Special Mention for Ishaqzaade (2012) and the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for Ladies vs Ricky Bahl (2011). Additionally, she has been nominated for four more Filmfare Awards: Best Supporting Actress for Ladies vs Ricky Bahl (2011) and Best Actress for Ishaqzaade (2012), Shuddh Desi Romance (2013), and Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar (2021).[201]

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![Parineeti Chopra at a promotional event](./assets/Parineeti_Chopra_at_a_promotional_event_for_Golmaal_Again_22
Parineeti Chopra (born 22 October 1988) is an Indian actress and playback singer who primarily works in Hindi-language films. Born in Ambala, Haryana, to a Punjabi family, she initially pursued studies in business, finance, and economics at Manchester Business School before entering the entertainment industry as a publicist at Yash Raj Films. Chopra made her acting debut in the 2011 romantic comedy Ladies vs. Ricky Bahl, earning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for her performance. She has since appeared in various commercial successes and received further recognition, including nominations at the International Indian Film Academy Awards for roles in films like Amar Singh Chamkila (2024). In her personal life, Chopra married politician Raghav Chadha on 24 September 2023, and the couple welcomed their first child in October 2025.

Early life and background

Family and upbringing

Parineeti Chopra was born on 22 October 1988 in , , into a Punjabi Hindu family with business interests tied to supplies. Her father, , managed a firm providing goods to the , while her mother, Reena Chopra, originated from as part of an NRI background, reflecting an unconventional parental match between small-town Indian roots and overseas ties. The couple raised two younger sons, Shivang and Sahaj, in a household marked by modest circumstances amid Ambala's middle-class environment. Chopra's early years in involved financial constraints typical of many such families, including limited resources for luxuries; birthdays often featured simple rituals like cutting due to inability to afford cakes, though occasional summer visits to via her mother's connections provided contrasting exposure. Extended family ties extended to first cousin , whose prominence in Bollywood later offered networking advantages, underscoring nepotistic pathways common in the industry despite Parineeti's independent academic pursuits. From childhood, Chopra displayed aptitude in music, performing as a teenager on and undergoing training in Hindustani classical singing, interests nurtured alongside the practical pressures of family expectations and schooling in a provincial setting. These elements shaped a grounded upbringing, prioritizing resilience and over precocious fame.

Education and initial industry exposure

Parineeti Chopra completed her early schooling at the in . At age 17, she relocated to and pursued higher education at the University of Manchester's , earning a triple honours in , , and in 2009. Initially, she aimed for a career in or , reflecting her academic focus on and . Following graduation, Chopra returned to and secured an unpaid internship in the marketing and department at (YRF), where she handled routine tasks such as scheduling media interviews for actors including and , and ordering beverages for stars like , , and . This entry-level role, lasting several months around 2010, provided her initial exposure to the film industry's operational side without any prior acting involvement. Unable to secure a corporate position in after her studies, Chopra shifted focus during her YRF tenure, participating in internal auditions despite lacking formal training; she faced initial rejections but persisted, leveraging her proximity to filmmakers for opportunities that pivoted her path from PR consultancy toward on-screen roles. This pragmatic adaptation highlights the competitive barriers in transitioning from business aspirations to , where personal initiative and insider access played causal roles over formal qualifications alone.

Film career

Debut and breakthrough (2011–2014)

Parineeti Chopra entered the Hindi film industry through (YRF), where she had previously worked in marketing, facilitated by her familial connection as the cousin of established actress , which provided initial access despite her lack of prior acting experience. She made her acting debut in the 2011 romantic comedy , directed by , portraying Dimple Chaddha, one of the women targeted by the con artist protagonist played by ; the film earned moderate box office returns but highlighted her energetic screen presence. Chopra received the Award for Best Female Debut for this role, recognizing her transition from behind-the-scenes work to on-screen performance. In 2012, Chopra starred as Zoya Qureshi in the romantic drama , directed by , depicting a forbidden interfaith romance amid political rivalry; the film marked her breakthrough, achieving commercial success as a hit with a domestic nett gross of ₹46.38 and worldwide gross exceeding ₹61 . Her portrayal earned critical acclaim for its intensity, contributing to the film's appeal through strong scripting rather than relying solely on her nascent acting skills. Chopra followed with the 2013 period romance , directed by , where she played Pakhi Roy Chaudhary in a 1950s-set story of betrayal inspired by O. Henry's ""; while the film received praise for its visuals and her nuanced performance, it underperformed commercially, declared a flop with an estimated worldwide gross of around ₹46 . The year 2014 saw her in the Hasee Toh Phasee, directed by Vinil Mathew, as the quirky Meeta in a story of rekindled and family conflicts; it succeeded as a moderate hit, collecting ₹37.4 crore nett in and ₹63 crore worldwide, bolstered by relatable characters and dialogue-driven narrative. During this period, Chopra's roles predominantly featured in romantic comedies and dramas, where success hinged on script strengths and dynamics, amplified by her YRF affiliations, rather than isolated displays of talent.

Period of commercial underperformance (2015–2020)

Following the commercial disappointment of Kill Dil in November 2014, which grossed 30 crore nett in India despite a 50 crore budget, Parineeti Chopra entered a hiatus from lead acting roles, citing severe weight gain as a primary factor. In a 2019 interview, she described feeling "too fat" and not recognizing herself in the mirror, prompting a self-imposed break to prioritize health and fitness. During this approximately three-year period from 2015 to 2018, she focused on losing around 28 kilograms through a regimen of clean eating, workouts, and activities like yoga and martial arts, marking a deliberate shift in physical appearance but resulting in limited on-screen presence. Chopra's return featured a special song appearance in Dishoom (2016), but her subsequent lead vehicle Meri Pyaari Bindu (May 2017) underperformed, collecting 9.2 crore nett against expectations for a romantic drama, leading to its flop verdict. She took a supporting role as a ghost character in the ensemble comedy Golmaal Again (October 2017), which succeeded commercially with over 205 crore nett in India, though her contribution was peripheral to the film's blockbuster status driven by the lead ensemble. Namaste England (October 2018), a lead pairing with Arjun Kapoor, fared worse, earning just 11.5 crore gross in India over its run and labeled a disaster due to weak narrative and poor word-of-mouth. These releases highlighted a pattern where her starring projects yielded near-zero box office hits, with success ratios for leads dropping sharply from earlier years. In 2019, Chopra appeared in a supporting capacity as the wife in the historical action film Kesari, which grossed successfully at 153 nett, but this did not translate to renewed momentum for her lead career. Reflecting on the phase, she attributed much of the downturn to following "wrong advice" from associates, resulting in overcommitment to ill-suited commercial films and a lack of discernment in script selection early in her career. Post-weight loss, she encountered pressures and rejections for roles that did not align with her transformed image, exacerbating selective project choices amid a sparse output of fewer than five major releases in the five-year span. This era underscored empirical challenges in sustaining commercial viability, with lead films collectively failing to recover investments and critical responses remaining mixed due to perceived narrative weaknesses.

Critical revival and ongoing projects (2021–present)

Chopra's performance in the black comedy (2021), directed by , marked an early critical highlight in the period, with reviewers noting her effective portrayal of the brash Pinky Dalal opposite Arjun Kapoor's character, though the film's limited theatrical release amid the restricted its commercial reach. The biographical sports drama (2021), where she played badminton champion , received mixed feedback, praised for her dedication in emulating the athlete's mannerisms but critiqued for uneven pacing and box office underperformance, grossing approximately ₹18 against a ₹30 budget. Her OTT action thriller Code Name: Tiranga (2022) drew attention for her role as a duragawoman but failed to generate significant viewership metrics or acclaim, underscoring persistent challenges in translating efforts into broad audience engagement. In the ensemble adventure drama Uunchai (2022), Chopra supported leads Anupam Kher, Amitabh Bachchan, and Boman Irani, contributing to a moderate theatrical success that earned over ₹50 crore domestically, though her role as the daughter-in-law offered limited scope for standout performance. The 2023 survival thriller Mission Raniganj, co-starring Akshay Kumar, highlighted her in a supporting capacity but flopped commercially, collecting under ₹20 crore against high expectations, reflecting ongoing hurdles in securing lead roles with strong box office viability. These projects illustrated selective critical nods amid underwhelming financial returns, with Chopra's choices leaning toward diverse genres but not consistently reversing prior commercial stagnation. The biographical musical drama (2024), a release directed by Imtiaz Ali, represented a pivotal critical , with Chopra's depiction of the titular singer's wife earning acclaim for her vocal authenticity and physical transformation, securing her the award at the 2025 Indian Streaming Academy in the popular category. The film garnered nominations including International Emmys for Best TV Movie and Best Actor (), boosting its profile, though as a streaming exclusive, it lacked traditional metrics to gauge mass appeal. Despite this, her trajectory showed no sweeping resurgence, with earlier theatrical efforts like evidencing continued commercial selectivity rather than broad revival. By 2025, Chopra's output entered a relative lull, with no major theatrical releases by October amid her announced in August, though she completed on an untitled Netflix mystery thriller series directed by in April, marking her web debut in a blending and ensemble dynamics. While expressing interest in as early as , no specific producing credits emerged in this period, aligning with a focus on roles via OTT platforms that prioritize critical reception over dominance. This phase underscored targeted successes in niche, acclaim-driven projects against a backdrop of infrequent high-stakes commercial ventures.

Other professional endeavors

Television and non-film media

Chopra's television engagements have been limited to judging roles on reality competitions and occasional guest spots, eschewing lead roles in scripted series to maintain focus on her film career. In 2014, she mentored aspiring actors on the reality show , providing guidance on performance skills alongside . She has appeared as a guest on chat-based comedy programs, such as episodes of , promoting her film projects. In December 2021, Chopra joined as a judge for the Colors TV talent hunt Hunarbaaz: Desh Ki Shaan, which premiered in January 2022 and featured contestants demonstrating abilities in , dancing, and ; she evaluated performances with and across the season. The show emphasized raw talent over scripted narratives, aligning with her selective non-film participations that avoid long-form commitments. Venturing into digital platforms, Chopra began filming her debut OTT series in February 2025, an untitled mystery thriller for directed by and set in , co-starring , , , and . Production concluded by April 2025, marking her lead entry into streaming content, though the series had not premiered by October 2025, precluding viewership metrics or reception data. These sparse non-film efforts underscore diversification without substantial shift from theatrical priorities.

Music contributions and live performances

Parineeti Chopra, trained in , has contributed as a in select film soundtracks. Her playback debut occurred in with "" from the film , composed by Sachin-Jigar with lyrics by , earning her nominations for the Screen Award for Best Female Playback Singer and the Mirchi Music Award for Female Vocalist of the Year. This remains her most prominent playback credit, with limited additional releases, positioning singing as a supplementary aspect of her career rather than a primary pursuit of albums or extensive discography. Chopra has collaborated with composers like Sachin-Jigar on her vocal tracks, but fan reception has been mixed, with some praising her tone while others critiqued her interpretation in "" as mismatched to the composition's style. In the 2024 biographical film , she performed songs live on set alongside co-star , selected by director Imtiaz Ali for her ability to enhance authenticity. Her live stage performances began in earnest in 2024, starting with her debut at the Festival on January 27, where she sang tracks including "Pareshaan" from . Subsequent appearances included collaborations at events like the trailer launch with Dosanjh and a concert with , performing "Pehle Lalkare Naal." These outings, often at festivals and promotional stages rather than dedicated award ceremonies, have drawn varied audience responses, with Chopra expressing personal satisfaction despite not pursuing a full .

Production ventures and business initiatives

In 2023, Parineeti Chopra expanded beyond acting into by acquiring a minority stake in Clensta, a skincare and personal care brand focused on affordable, innovative products free from harmful chemicals. She described the investment as fulfilling a four-year dream, emphasizing her alignment with the brand's emphasis on accessible wellness solutions amid the growing Indian market. This move marked her entry as an active investor, leveraging her public profile to promote consumer-facing ventures in a sector prone to high competition and regulatory scrutiny. Later that year, on September 7, Chopra invested an undisclosed amount in Tritiyaa Fine Jewellery, a boutique brand specializing in customizable fine jewelry, founded by entrepreneur Kanthi Dutt. The funding supported the brand's expansion, including its first physical store in Hyderabad, targeting premium yet accessible luxury in India's jewelry sector valued at over $80 billion annually. However, by December 2024, Dutt faced arrest in Hyderabad on charges of fraud and forgery, with Chopra reportedly among the affected investors, highlighting risks in early-stage luxury goods investments where due diligence on founders can impact returns. Regarding film production, Chopra has publicly expressed intentions to launch her own banner since early 2022, aiming to produce content that differentiates from mainstream narratives and establishes her as a bankable capable of driving box-office viability. As of 2025, no projects under her production credit have been released, reflecting the capital-intensive nature of Bollywood production where independent ventures often face distribution challenges and budget overruns exceeding 20-30% on average. Her prior experience in public relations at may inform this ambition, though outcomes remain pending in an industry where actor-turned-producers succeed selectively based on hit ratios below 30% for newcomers.

Philanthropy and public advocacy

Key initiatives and causes supported

Parineeti Chopra has served as a for the Indian government's campaign, launched in 2015 to promote girls' education and combat female foeticide, lending her voice to public service announcements encouraging enrollment and retention of girls in schools. In this role, she participated in awareness events highlighting stories of nine girls overcoming educational barriers, aiming to shift societal attitudes toward in access to learning without quantifiable beneficiary metrics reported from her direct involvement. During the COVID-19 pandemic in May 2020, Chopra collaborated with platforms Fankind and GiveIndia for a virtual coffee date fundraiser under the Mission: Ration Kit initiative, targeting the provision of food kits—including lentils, rice, wheat flour, salt, spices, tea, sugar, and oil—to 1,000 families of daily wage earners, potentially benefiting 4,000 individuals across Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Bihar, and Tamil Nadu. The effort focused on immediate relief for those impacted by lockdowns, with partner A.T.E. Chandra Foundation assisting distribution, though specific funds raised or kits delivered attributable to her participation remain undocumented. In environmental advocacy, Chopra joined the Divjay and Bhamla foundations for a beach clean-up drive on September 10, 2022, following Ganpati Visarjan immersions, to remove festival-related debris and promote sustainable practices in coastal areas. She has also expressed support for animal rights causes, participating in related events, but without detailed timelines or measurable outcomes such as animals rescued or funds allocated. Additionally, she attended a charity organized by the Samvedna Foundation to support unspecified philanthropic goals.

Impact and criticisms of involvement

Chopra's role as an unpaid for Haryana's implementation of the campaign from 2015 to April 2017 involved public appearances and appeals to promote girls' education and prevent , aligning with the national program's goal of addressing declining child sex ratios. While the campaign contributed to Haryana's child sex ratio rising from 834 girls per 1,000 boys in 2014 to around 900 by 2020 through government interventions like stricter enforcement and incentives, no verifiable data isolates Chopra's endorsements as a causal factor in these shifts, which were driven primarily by policy enforcement rather than celebrity advocacy. In May 2020, during the lockdown, Chopra launched a virtual "coffee date" drive to supply ration kits—containing rice, , flour, oil, and other staples—to 4,000 families of daily wage earners affected by economic disruptions, emphasizing immediate relief for vulnerable groups. However, independent audits or post-distribution reports confirming the full reach, quality of aid, or long-term benefits, such as sustained , are absent from , highlighting a common shortfall in celebrity-led relief efforts where initial pledges often lack follow-through documentation. Critiques of Chopra's underscore broader doubts about the efficacy of Bollywood involvement, which frequently prioritizes awareness-raising over scalable, monitored outcomes. Observers argue that short-term endorsements, like her support for sanitation drives such as Banega Swachh or anti-plastic appeals in , generate media visibility but fail to demonstrate sustained project ownership or metrics like reduced plastic waste or improved community hygiene attributable to her efforts. This pattern, evident during her films' commercial underperformance from 2015 to 2020, has prompted speculation that such activities may double as career rehabilitation tactics, leveraging public goodwill amid professional setbacks without evidence of personal financial risk or multi-year commitment—contrasting with peers like , whose toilet-construction initiatives under Swachh Bharat have built over 100 million facilities with tracked usage data. The absence of transparency in impact reporting, coupled with Bollywood's of image-management via causes, raises causal questions about versus promotional motives, though no direct evidence of ulterior intent has surfaced in Chopra's case.

Artistry and critical reception

Acting style and versatility

Chopra employs a naturalistic acting technique, emphasizing subtle facial expressions and unexaggerated emotional delivery in intense scenes. Her performance as Pakhi Roy in Lootera (2013) exemplified this, with reviewers highlighting the realism in her heartbreak sequences, including prolonged crying fits that conveyed vulnerability without melodrama. This approach stems from early theatre participation, which honed her skills in live improvisation and character immersion, supplemented by observational learning from family members in the industry, such as cousin Priyanka Chopra. Critics have assessed her versatility through diverse role demands, noting proficiency in dialect-heavy parts that require phonetic precision and cultural nuance. In Amar Singh Chamkila (2024), portraying Amarjot , she mastered a rural Punjabi dialect foreign to her background, delivering lines with idiomatic accuracy that enhanced the character's grounded authenticity, as observed in production analyses. Supporting roles like this have showcased stronger range compared to lead romantic parts, where some analyses point to repetitive bubbly archetypes limiting differentiation. Her technique shines in ensemble dynamics, adapting intensity to complement leads without overshadowing, as in Chamkila opposite . Empirically, accolades align with roles featuring psychological depth over commercial viability; she received a National Film Award Special Mention for (2012)'s fiery, conflicted Zoya, praised for layered aggression and pathos, rather than hits like (2014). Similarly, streaming honors for Chamkila underscore success in bio-dramatic supporting turns involving vocal modulation and restraint. This pattern suggests causal strength in method-driven preparations, like accent coaching, over innate adaptability in lighter genres.

Strengths, limitations, and industry critiques

Parineeti Chopra's acting strengths lie primarily in her expressive facial features, particularly her eyes, which convey emotional nuance effectively in dramatic roles, and her ability to embody relatable, everyday characters from middle-class backgrounds. Critics have highlighted her sharp and natural expressiveness, as seen in performances that hold viewer attention without overt mannerisms. Her debut in (2012) showcased this relatability, earning praise for portraying a feisty, grounded small-town woman, though subsequent roles often recycled similar archetypes. Limitations in her range include persistent typecasting in romantic and light-hearted parts, with fewer opportunities to demonstrate depth in action or high-stakes , where her physicality and timing have drawn skepticism from industry observers. Chopra herself noted a scarcity of substantial comic roles for women, attributing it to scriptwriting biases rather than personal shortfall. Online forums, including discussions, criticize her as a "waste of potential" for prioritizing co-star-driven romances over challenging scripts, exacerbating typecasting. Her ventures into action, such as Code Name: Tiranga (2022), received mixed feedback on believability, partly linked to post-debut weight fluctuations that she admitted made her feel mismatched for conventional heroine standards. Industry critiques intensified after early promise faded amid commercial underperformance, with reports documenting nine flops over six years from (2014) to (2017) and beyond, including (2014) and (2018), none achieving box-office success. This streak prompted questions about her script selection and market fit, with peers like initially doubting her suitability for intense roles due to her energetic demeanor. Chopra defended her craft, arguing that post-flop scrutiny targeted her abilities while overlooking flawed films, insisting she consistently delivered her best despite poor advice from advisors. Forums echo this, attributing stalled momentum to self-sabotaging choices and physical barriers in an image-conscious industry, rather than inherent talent deficits, though flops alone do not invalidate skill absent rigorous alternatives.

Public image and controversies

Media portrayal and public persona

Parineeti Chopra's early media portrayal emphasized her as the relatable "girl-next-door" figure after her 2011 debut in , with publications highlighting her fresh, unpolished appeal that resonated with audiences seeking authenticity amid Bollywood's glamour-heavy archetypes. This branding contributed to initial commercial successes like (2012), but by 2014, Chopra voiced discomfort with the stereotype, aiming to shed it through edgier roles. Subsequent coverage shifted toward scrutiny of her physical changes, with tabloids extensively documenting in the mid-2010s and her fitness overhaul beginning in , framing her as resilient amid body-shaming narratives prevalent in Indian media. She publicly detailed losing significant weight over nine months that year, celebrating incremental progress while rejecting idealized standards, which garnered both praise for candor and ongoing aesthetic critiques. Post-2020 efforts to diversify via intense roles in The Girl on the Train () were noted as deliberate breaks from , though media cycles persisted in linking her visibility to transformation stories rather than solely artistic output. Her public persona has paralleled social media expansion, reaching 43 million Instagram followers by September 2025, a metric that has sustained endorsement opportunities despite variable film box-office returns. Brand deals, such as with and La Pink in October 2024, underscore fluctuations tied to perceived marketability, with a reported uptick following Golmaal Again (2017)'s but stabilization amid selective choices thereafter. This reflects a broader press narrative of reinvention, balancing fitness with professional pivots, though tabloid emphasis on visual metrics often overshadows deeper career analyses.

Notable incidents and responses

In April 2024, Parineeti Chopra faced online backlash following the release of the film , where she portrayed Amarjot and claimed to have gained 15-16 kilograms for authenticity, forgoing makeup to appear at her "worst." Critics on platforms like accused her of distorting historical facts about Amarjot's appearance, fat-shaming the real-life figure by linking to unattractiveness, and exaggerating her transformation for , as promotional images suggested less drastic changes than claimed. Chopra responded in interviews, stating the role led to lost work opportunities, rumors, and industry warnings from peers about the physical toll, emphasizing her commitment despite health risks like poor and diet. Chopra's September 2023 wedding to Raghav at Udaipur's Leela Palace drew public scrutiny over its perceived extravagance amid economic concerns, with rumors of exorbitant costs fueling trolling and questions about affordability given Chadha's public role. In a 2024 , Chopra attributed the backlash to bias against , noting that similar spending by actors or businessmen faces less criticism; she clarified the venue was a five-star property, not seven-star, and rejected narratives that Chadha solely funded it or could not afford the event. Chadha echoed this, dismissing cost exaggerations as unfounded. In March 2025, Chopra sparked accusations of classism after describing construction work as "embarrassing" in an interview about her relatives' jobs abroad, prompting netizens to label the remark elitist and dismissive of blue-collar labor essential to immigrant communities. Social media users on Reddit and elsewhere criticized it as out of touch, arguing construction provides accessible livelihoods for many Indians, with one commenter questioning who influenced her view of it as shameful. No direct public response from Chopra was reported, though the video went viral, amplifying calls for accountability on socioeconomic sensitivity. In April 2024, Chopra publicly complained that her husband, , lacks familiarity with Bollywood, rarely watching her films or grasping industry nuances, which she described as her primary marital grievance despite their otherwise harmonious relationship. This revelation drew minor online commentary on cross-professional gaps in couples but elicited no widespread .

Personal life

Relationships prior to marriage

Parineeti Chopra has maintained a high degree of regarding her romantic relationships prior to her 2023 marriage, with media coverage limited to unconfirmed rumors rather than verified partnerships. Reports from outlets frequently speculated on links with industry figures, often fueled by on-screen chemistry during film promotions, but Chopra rarely addressed them publicly. One prominent rumor involved co-star during the production and release of their 2014 romantic comedy , where Chopra acknowledged an initial crush on him to build authentic on-screen tension, as directed by the filmmakers. Such speculations were common in Bollywood's promotional culture, where co-star pairings generate publicity, yet no substantive evidence of a romantic involvement surfaced. Additional unverified reports linked her to director , with whom she collaborated early in her career, and assistant director Charit Desai around 2017, though these remained speculative without mutual confirmation or photographic evidence. Chopra later alluded to a significant heartbreak in interviews, describing herself as "a mess" post-breakup, but attributed personal growth to focusing on professional stability amid industry volatility. Absent documented long-term commitments, her pre-marital history reflects a deliberate emphasis on career during her 20s and early 30s, aligning with patterns observed among Bollywood actresses navigating public scrutiny and professional demands for image control. By age 35, this phase transitioned toward seeking permanence, as evidenced by her subsequent .

Marriage and family developments

Parineeti Chopra became engaged to , a member of the (AAP), on May 13, 2023, in . The couple, who first met during an event in where Chopra initially did not recognize Chadha and later researched him online, proceeded to marry on September 24, 2023, at the Leela Palace in , , in a private ceremony attended by family and select guests. On October 19, 2025, coinciding with , Chopra and Chadha welcomed their first child, a son, via biological birth, as announced in a joint statement expressing joy over the arrival. The birth followed Chopra's announcement earlier in 2025, which prompted resurfacing of her prior interviews where she expressed openness to and a desire for multiple children, stating she might not conceive all and would adopt some; however, this child was conceived naturally. Post-marriage, the couple has navigated family life amid Chadha's political commitments in and Chopra's acting career, with her describing Chadha's attentive and protective approach during her while noting her own challenges with patience in their dynamic. The and birth aligned with a pause in Chopra's promotions and shoots, allowing focus on family transition without reported relocations.

Filmography and discography

Films

Parineeti Chopra's film career began with a supporting role in the 2011 romantic comedy Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, directed by Maneesh Sharma, which achieved average box office performance with earnings of approximately ₹61 crore nett in India. She received the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for this performance. Her breakthrough came with the lead role in (2012), directed by , a romantic drama that emerged as a commercial hit, grossing over ₹56 nett domestically. For her portrayal of , Chopra earned a National Film Award – Special Mention. Subsequent films included (2013), directed by , where she played Gayatri in a hit that collected around ₹46 nett. (2014), directed by Vinil Mathew, featured her as Meeta and registered as a semi-hit with ₹40 nett earnings. Later releases like (2014, dir. ) and (2014, dir. ) both flopped, with nett collections of ₹25 and ₹30 respectively.
YearTitleDirectorRoleBox Office VerdictNotes
2016MuskaanFlopSupporting role in .
2017Akshay RoyBinduFlopLead musical romance, ₹9 nett.
2017KhushiBlockbusterSupporting in horror , highest grosser at ₹102 nett.
2018Vipin ParwanaJasmeetFlopLead comedy-drama.
2019BabliFlopLead .
2019KesariAnurag SinghHussainiHitSupporting in historical , contributed to ₹154 nett success.
2021FlopBiopic lead.
2022Code Name: TirangaDurga SinghFlopLead spy thriller, ₹18 nett.
2022MalaAverageSupporting adventure drama.
2023NilaFlopSupporting biographical action.
2024Imtiaz AliAmarjot KaurN/A (OTT)Lead biopic on ; earned nominations including International Emmy for Best Actress and win at Indian Streaming Academy Awards for Best Actor (Female) – Popular Choice.
Chopra's theatrical films post-2017 largely underperformed commercially, with no major hits beyond ensemble successes like and Kesari. OTT releases such as The Girl on the Train (2021, dir. ) and (2021, dir. ) bypassed traditional metrics. As of October 2025, no new theatrical releases have been announced.

Television and other appearances

Chopra first appeared on the Koffee with Karan in its fourth season, episode 19, aired in April 2014, where she was interviewed alongside about her early Bollywood career and personal insights. She returned for the fifth season, episode 5, in November 2016, sharing the couch with co-star to discuss their film and rumored relationships. In 2022, Chopra debuted as a television judge on the Colors TV reality talent competition Hunarbaaz: Desh Ki Shaan, which premiered on 8 January and featured diverse performers scouted nationwide; she evaluated contestants alongside and across 25 episodes. She has also guested on other chat formats, including The Anupam Kher Show on , where she opened up about professional challenges and efforts during her rise in films. In August 2025, Chopra and her husband appeared together on Netflix's The Great Indian Kapil Show, engaging in comedic segments about their and daily life.

Discography

Parineeti Chopra has provided playback vocals for two songs in films, marking limited but notable contributions to music without releasing standalone albums or full-length records. Her playback singing debut occurred with "" in the 2017 romantic drama , where she performed the solo track composed by Sachin-Jigar and written by . The song, released on March 28, 2017, drew praise for Chopra's emotional delivery and vocal tone, positioning it as a fan-favorite among her musical outputs. In 2019, Chopra sang the female version of "" for the historical action film Kesari, a rendition of the original patriotic track composed by with lyrics by . Released on April 15, 2019, this version highlighted her ability to adapt to melodic and thematic depth in film soundtracks.
YearSong TitleFilmComposerNotes
2017Sachin-JigarSolo playback debut; lyrics by .
2019KesariAdaptation of B Praak's original; lyrics by .

Awards and nominations

Major accolades

Chopra won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for her performance as Dimple in Ladies vs. Ricky Bahl (2011) at the 58th Filmfare Awards ceremony held on 19 January 2013. For her leading role as Zoya Qureshi in the romantic drama Ishaqzaade (2012), she received a Special Mention at the 60th National Film Awards, with winners announced on 18 April 2013 and the ceremony on 3 May 2013. Her debut film also earned her the Screen Award for Most Promising Newcomer (Female) in 2012. She further received the Zee Cine Award for Best Debut Female for at the 2012 ceremony. Additionally, the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) recognized her with the award for Performance in a Supporting Role (Female) for the same film in 2012. These early wins, concentrated on her breakthrough roles, highlight recognitions from major Indian award bodies for debut and supporting contributions.

Recognition analysis

Parineeti Chopra's major awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut in 2012 for Ladies vs Ricky Bahl and the Filmfare Award for Best Actress in 2013 for Ishaqzaade, clustered in her early career following critically praised breakthrough performances in commercially successful films. Her subsequent National Film Award Special Mention in 2025 for Amar Singh Chamkila marked a post-revival recognition for a transformative biopic role, despite the film's release on OTT without theatrical box office data. This pattern shows awards aligning more with isolated instances of role-specific acclaim than sustained output, as her filmography includes multiple underperformers like Kill Dil (2014, flop with ₹20 crore nett collection against higher budget expectations) and Meri Pyaari Bindu (2017, flop at ₹9 crore nett). Comparatively, Chopra has secured fewer prestigious accolades than contemporaries like , who holds four Best Actress wins across a broader range of hits including Piku (2015, ₹78 crore nett) and Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019, ₹118 crore nett), underscoring Chopra's mid-tier industry positioning amid inconsistent commercial results—only three outright hits (, , ) in over a decade, against seven flops from 2014 to 2020. Her wins empirically tie to "transformative" characters in mid-budget successes or niche OTT projects, not blockbuster consistency, with nominations (e.g., for in 2014) often trailing disappointments like (2018, ₹15 crore nett flop). In Bollywood's award ecosystem, where ceremonies face criticism for PR-driven selections and diluted criteria—shifting from merit-focused 1990s events to promotional spectacles—Chopra's limited haul avoids overt inflation but highlights jury tendencies to favor hype over holistic career metrics. Her recognitions appear grounded in verifiable performance peaks, yet the scarcity relative to peers questions whether structural biases, such as favoritism toward established stars or ensemble credits in hits like Golmaal Again (2017 blockbuster at ₹205 crore nett), undervalue mid-tier talents without aggressive lobbying. This correlation gap suggests awards serve as periodic validation for artistic risks rather than reliable proxies for enduring commercial or qualitative dominance.

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