Priyanka Chopra was crowned Miss World 2000, marking the beginning of her illustrious career in the entertainment industry at the age of 18. Reflecting on her journey, Priyanka’s mother, Madhu Chopra, shared insights into her daughter’s dedication and resilience during an interview with Rodrigo Canelas for his Something Bigger Talk Show podcast.
Madhu on Priyanka’s Determination
Madhu highlighted Priyanka’s hard work and grit, saying, “She [Priyanka] had a lot of grit and determination. I saw her working hard… she never wore stilettos before in her life! That was the first time she wore stilettos and she would practice her walk at night watching Fashion TV. How to walk, so that she does it well next year wherever they were training. She is a strong girl.”
Winning Against Expectations
Recalling their experience during the pageant, Madhu admitted, “Then she went for Miss World. That was the first time we travelled abroad. Again, we didn’t think she would win! Because just the previous year, Miss India won Miss World, so it could not have happened simultaneously! We were sure, so we bought tickets for grand travel all over Europe and America as a consolation prize for her and the three of us.”
She continued, “We bought our tickets and were looking forward to it. Her dad was like she would be very disappointed if she did not make it, so this is our gift to her! And then she did it! She won, and we had to cut short our travel plans!”
Revisiting Her Crown
In September this year, Priyanka revisited London’s iconic spot where she was crowned Miss World, attending a concert by her husband, Nick Jonas.
Priyanka Chopra’s acting debut
Priyanka made her acting debut in the Tamil film Thamizhan (2002), followed by her first Bollywood appearance in The Hero: Love Story of a Spy (2003).
Currently, Priyanka is filming the second season of the Amazon series Citadel. Up next, she will star in the American action-comedy Heads of State alongside Idris Elba and John Cena.
