Priyanka Chopra, the global sensation with roots deeply embedded in both Bollywood and Hollywood, recently shared insights on how she masters the balancing act between her roles as an actor and a producer. Speaking from the City of Angels, she disclosed the distinct mental partitions each role requires. "As an actor and as a producer, my hats are kind of different. And my brain splits into two," Priyanka shared. Her actor’s journey, she notes, thrives on diversity and challenge. Whether it's action, comedy, or drama, Priyanka's thirst for variety drives her filmography.
“I love challenging myself and that is why my acting career has had variety," Priyanka Chopra said, emphasizing her quest for diverse roles.
Yet, donning the producer’s cap calls for a different ethos. Priyanka's production ventures aim to break barriers for new talents, mirroring her personal inspirations. "As a producer, I'm empathetic. Our ethos is about giving opportunities to newer filmmakers," she remarked, highlighting the personal convictions fueling her production endeavors.
Lately, Priyanka's name has been in the limelight for both her acting and production roles. Her ambitious new project "Varanasi," a mega-starrer directed by the hitmaker SS Rajamouli, recently made waves at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad. Meanwhile, on the production front, "Born Hungry" – a poignant documentary about Sash Simpson's rise from the streets of Chennai to culinary fame – was recently unveiled on JioHotstar.
Priyanka reflects on her cinematic journey, noting how her Indian films brim with more diversity compared to her international work. "I'm hoping to create diversity and to do interesting work in my English language films as well," she mused, acknowledging the growth she seeks in Hollywood.
In the Bollywood realm, Priyanka is set to hit the road with "Jee Le Zaraa," a female-driven film co-starring the glamorous Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt. Announced back in August 2021, the project faced delays but is now revving back to life under Farhan Akhtar's direction. Farhan shared, "To be honest, it was traumatic trying to get the actors’ dates. But we’ve sorted all that out. We’ll start soon."
Priyanka Chopra continues to blaze her trail, embracing opportunities across the globe while staying true to her roots. Whether she's lighting up the red carpet in Hollywood or stirring up a storm on the Bollywood sets, Priyanka's journey is a testament to her versatility and unwavering dedication.