Priyanka Chopra remembers late father Dr Ashok Chopra, says "Miss u dad. You're always here..."
Mumbai, June 12
Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas dedicated a heartfelt post to her late father, Dr Ashok Chopra, remembering him on his death anniversary.
Priyanka took to her Instagram handle and shared rare old pictures with her father, while paying homage to him.
"You and I dancing together always. Miss u dad. You're always here.. in every decision and every moment of life. Love you," the actor wrote on Instagram.
Coming to the pictures, the first one shows PeeCee and her late father sharing a candid, fun moment, followed by other family moments. She also featured a childhood frame, showing her as a young kid.
As soon as the post was shared, many took to the comment section to show love and support.
Celebrities like Bipasha Basu, Varun Dhawan, Rajkummar Rao, Ayushmann Khurrana, Neil Nitin Mukesh, and Dia Mirza.
Dr Ashok Chopra, a physician and a former Indian Army doctor, passed away in 2013 after a prolonged battle with cancer.
His passing left a profound impact on Priyanka, who has often credited her father as a pillar of strength in her life.
In past interviews, she has openly spoken about the enduring presence of grief in her life, revealing how she channelled that pain into her performances on screen.
On the work front, Priyanka was last seen in 'The Bluff' and is preparing for her upcoming film 'Varanasi,' directed by SS Rajamouli and slated for release in 2027. The second season of her series 'Citadel' began streaming on May 6.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Dr Ashok Chopra was not just a father but a true inspiration—serving in the Indian Army as a doctor and raising such a talented daughter. The bond they shared is evident in every picture. Miss you, sir. 🙏
Beautiful tribute. But I wish news outlets would focus more on her work than constantly revisiting this grief. She's moved on and is doing amazing things internationally. Still, respect for the memory. ❤️
The way she channelled her pain into her work is what makes her extraordinary. From Bollywood to Hollywood, she's truly made India proud. Her father would be beaming with pride from above! ✨
Losing a parent is like losing a part of yourself. Priyanka has handled this with such grace over the years. Those old photos are priceless—reminds me of my own dad. Koi bhi aisa loss kabhi bhool nahi sakta. 🙏
Even celebrities are human at the end of the day. The way she keeps his memory alive in her decisions is so beautiful. Dr Chopra must have been an incredible man to have raised such a grounded star.
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