Our desi girl is finally back! Yes, we’re talking about Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is set to make her grand return to Bollywood after a long break. Fans have been waiting for this moment, and the excitement doubled after the recent launch of SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film Varanasi. Priyanka will play Mandakini in the project, and her first look was revealed at the Globetrotter event in Hyderabad. The response was huge, with social media buzzing about her comeback and her powerful screen presence.
While everyone is thrilled to see her return, this is the perfect time to look back at Priyanka’s incredible journey in Bollywood.
Fashion (2008)
Fashion was a turning point in Priyanka’s career. She played Meghna Mathur, a small-town girl who dreams of becoming a top model. Priyanka showed every shade of Meghna’s journey, her ambition, her success, her breakdown, and her comeback. Her performance felt real and honest, and it connected deeply with audiences. This role also won her the National Award for Best Actress, making it one of the strongest performances of her career.
Barfi! (2012)
In Barfi!, Priyanka took on a very delicate and challenging character. She played Jhilmil, a young woman on the autism spectrum. Without relying on dramatic dialogues or big emotional scenes, she expressed everything through her eyes, gestures, and small moments. It was one of her most heartfelt portrayals, full of innocence and purity. The simplicity of her performance made it unforgettable.
Mary Kom (2014)
Playing legendary boxer Mary Kom was not easy, but Priyanka gave it everything she had. She trained hard, built the physique, and captured the fighter’s spirit with full dedication. The film showed the struggles, sacrifices, and determination behind Mary Kom’s success, and Priyanka brought all those emotions to life. Many fans still consider this one of her most powerful roles.
Bajirao Mastani (2015)
As Kashibai in Bajirao Mastani, Priyanka delivered a beautifully emotional performance. She played a woman who loves deeply but suffers quietly. Her expressions, her grace, and her emotional restraint made Kashibai one of the most memorable characters in the film. Even in a movie with such a huge star cast, Priyanka made her presence strongly felt.
Dil Dhadakne Do (2015)
In this film, Priyanka played Ayesha, a successful businesswoman stuck in a controlling marriage. She showed the silent struggles of a woman trying to live life on her own terms. Her role felt modern, relatable, and very real. Ayesha became one of the most loved characters in the movie.
The Sky Is Pink (2019)
The Sky Is Pink gave Priyanka one of her most emotional roles. She played Aditi Chaudhary, a mother dealing with love, loss, and hope. Priyanka balanced the lighter moments with the heartbreaking ones so naturally that the film felt deeply personal. Her performance held the entire story together.