Priyanka Chopra Reflects on Past Relationships: “Hurt by Dishonesty in Past Relationships”

The global icon opens up about her non-negotiables in love and how they led her to Nick Jonas, her husband of five years.

February 4, 2025: Priyanka Chopra recently opened up about her journey of finding love, sharing the lessons she learned from past relationships. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, the actor candidly discussed the qualities she sought in a partner before meeting her now-husband, Nick Jonas.

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Priyanka revealed that she was initially hesitant about dating the singer due to her past experiences. However, she had clear non-negotiables in mind that guided her choice. “The first was honesty, because there were times in some of my previous relationships when I’d been hurt by dishonesty. The second was that he had to appreciate the value of family. Third: he had to take his profession very seriously, because I take mine very seriously. Fourth: I wanted someone who was creative and had the imagination to dream big with me. And fifth: I wanted someone who had drive and ambition, like I did,” she said.

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Reflecting on Nick, Priyanka added, “I wouldn’t have married him if he didn’t [meet these criteria]. You have to look for someone who respects you. Respect is different from love and affection… You’ve got to kiss a lot of frogs until you find your prince.”

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The couple tied the knot in December 2018, celebrating their union with both Christian and Hindu ceremonies at Jodhpur’s Umaid Bhawan Palace. In January 2022, they welcomed their daughter, Malti Marie, via surrogacy.

Priyanka is currently in India for her brother Siddharth Chopra’s wedding festivities. During her visit, she also made a spiritual stop at Chilkur Balaji Temple in Telangana. On the work front, the actor is rumored to star in director SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film alongside Mahesh Babu, though no official confirmation has been made.

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