Priyanka Chopra reveals what matters most with Nick Jonas
At the New York premiere of The Cycle of Love, Priyanka Chopra told E! News that Nick Jonas embracing Indian culture and traditions matters most in their marriage—and that kindness keeps their bond strong. Respect for a partner's roots, she said, is essential in any multicultural relationship.
Key Takeaways
- Chopra said Nick Jonas' respect for her Indian roots is central to their nearly eight-year marriage.
- She also named kindness toward a partner as a simple key to staying close.
- The comments came Aug. 20 at the New York premiere of documentary The Cycle of Love, which she executive produced.
- The film follows P.K. Mahanandia's 6,000-mile bicycle journey for love and hits theaters Aug. 28, 2026.
Speaking exclusively to E! News at the premiere, Chopra was blunt about how much cultural respect means to her. "I don't know if I'd love him if he didn't," she said of Jonas embracing Indian culture and traditions.
"That is a big part of any story or any relationship that is multicultural," she added. "I think it's really important to have a sense of respect for your partner's roots." For more celebrity and screen news, see our Streaming & TV Alerts hub.
What did Priyanka Chopra say about Nick Jonas and culture?
Since marrying in 2018, the Jonas Brothers singer has celebrated Hindu holidays, listened to Hindi songs, and helped their 4-year-old daughter, Malti, stay connected to her Indian heritage. Chopra framed that effort as non-negotiable in a cross-cultural marriage.
She also shared what keeps the couple's bond sweet day to day: "Being kind to your partner. That's something that's really important." The pairing of respect and kindness, she suggested, is the everyday work behind a lasting romance.
How does The Cycle of Love connect to her marriage views?
As an executive producer on the documentary, Chopra has been immersed in the true story of Delhi street artist P.K. Mahanandia and Swedish partner Lotta Von Schedvin. In 1977, at 23, Mahanandia rode a bicycle some 6,000 miles across multiple countries to find the woman an astrological reading said he was destined to marry.
"Now they've been married for 50 years, and their kids are producing this movie with me," Chopra said. She called the tale a "ray of sunshine" and said she took a clear lesson from it: "Resilience, standing by the person that you love." The BBC notes the film also explores caste inequality Mahanandia faced in India.
When does The Cycle of Love arrive in theaters?
Directed by Orlando von Einsiedel, The Cycle of Love premieres in theaters Aug. 28, 2026. Von Einsiedel told E! he sought Chopra as an ideal executive producer; she later saw the film and asked to join the team. He praised her work fighting for independent distribution and visibility.
At the New York premiere, Chopra also made a fashion statement in a black Awake Mode ruched maxi dress, paired with a Dior bag and strappy sandals, according to The Times of India. The look kept attention on the film—and on a marriage message built on respect, kindness, and roots.