Long before conquering global red carpets, Priyanka Chopra Jonas cemented her Bollywood roots with Madhur Bhandarkar’s Fashion (2008). The film not only won her a National Award but also launched her into mainstream stardom. Recently, she revisited the experience—calling it “a life-changing movie” when she and Kangana Ranaut jointly took home the top honours.
110+ Outfits, 6 Months of Prep & Raw Grit
When asked by Vogue about Fashion, Priyanka recalled pouring her heart into prepping for six months.
“My co-actors are Mugdha Godse and Kangana… Kangana won a National Award with me. It was a really life-changing movie, and I had 110 or 120 costume changes.”
This role transformed her—from actress to powerhouse performer who could balance glamour with emotional depth.
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The film’s impact rippled online. Fans took to social media:
“I miss PC in Bollywood”
“Kuch bhi kaho lekin this lady is something else… apne khud ke dam pe”
“Miss such actresses who could actually act.”
There’s a collective yearning to see her return to Hindi cinema—proof that her early work still hits home.
From Fashion to SSMB29: PC’s Big Return
- SS Rajamouli’s Epic: Priyanka is poised to star alongside Mahesh Babu in SSMB29, a high-budget, pan-India action-adventure slated for 2027. Her scenes in Odisha’s jungles impressed the crew—choreographer Vicky Bhartiya calling her “truly inspiring to watch”.
- Box Office Power: Her ₹30 crore fee sets a record for female actors in India—making her the highest-paid actress in a Rajamouli film.
- Back to Bollywood? PC recently told NDTV, “I miss Hindi movies… I am working in India this year,” confirming that she’s feeling the pull of her Bollywood roots again.
Jay‑Ho! Takeaway
Fashion was more than a film—it was PC’s statement of arrival, grit, and range. Now, nearly 17 years later, she’s poised to disrupt again—this time under Rajamouli’s grand vision. The journey from small-town aspirant to Bollywood icon to global superstar is coming full circle.
- For fans: Enjoy the emotional nostalgia and anticipation of her big-screen return.
- For industry: Her record-breaking fee & career arc signals a growing appreciation for female stardom.
- For Priyanka: She’s stepping back into Indian cinema—not just for the spotlight, but to make another “life-changing” impact.
Final Word:
From Fashion to SSMB29, Priyanka Chopra’s story is extraordinary—but what makes it truly inspiring is her grounded approach to reinvention. Get ready: PC is back—and this time, she’s burning twice as bright.
