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Priyanka Chopra Jonas Confirms Collaboration with Angelina Jolie; Prepares for Return to Indian Cinema with SS Rajamouli's Varanasi
Priyanka Chopra Jonas has confirmed that she will be working with Hollywood star Angelina Jolie on an upcoming project, according to a recent interview with Fortune India. While the actress declined to disclose the nature of the collaboration, she said that the partnership would be announced at a later date. The announcement comes as Chopra Jonas prepares to return to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli’s epic action‑adventure film Varanasi, which is slated for a worldwide release on 7 April 2027.
In the Fortune India interview, Chopra Jonas discussed her evolving career and the women who inspire her. She named Angelina Jolie, Penelope Cruz and Salma Hayek as professional role models. When asked about the Jolie collaboration, the actress confirmed that work is underway but chose not to reveal further details. Industry observers note that the two actresses have a history of joint humanitarian efforts, but the project could be a film, a commercial venture or a philanthropic initiative. Chopra Jonas said, “I am very privileged and excited not just for India but also the world, because this will be a massive global release and people will be exposed to what we have been working on for the past three years,” referring to Varanasi.
Varanasi, directed by acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli, is the first Indian feature project in which Chopra Jonas will appear in a leading role since her 2019 Hollywood film The White Tiger. The film follows the adventures of a protagonist named Rudhra as the city of Varanasi faces the arrival of an asteroid. Production began in January 2025 and has taken place in Hyderabad, Odisha, Kenya, Georgia and Antarctica. The film is the first Indian production to shoot in Antarctica and the fourth worldwide to do so. With an estimated budget of ₹1,400 crore, Varanasi is expected to be the most expensive Indian film ever made.
The project is being produced by Sri Durga Arts and Showing Business, with music by M. M. Keeravani and visual effects by V. Srinivas Mohan. The film will be released in the 1.43:1 IMAX format, a first for a non‑English language film. According to reports, the release date of 7 April 2027 coincides with the Indian festival of Ugadi.
Chopra Jonas’s return to Indian cinema follows a period of extensive work in Hollywood. She has appeared in films such as Baywatch (2017), The White Tiger (2021) and The Matrix Resurrections (2021) and has starred in the Amazon Prime series Citadel (2023–present). In addition to acting, she has produced films through her company Purple Pebble Pictures and has been involved in humanitarian work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
The collaboration with Angelina Jolie has attracted attention because both actresses are known for their philanthropic commitments. Jolie has served as a Special Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, while Chopra Jonas has worked with UNICEF since 2006. However, no official statement has clarified whether the joint venture will be entertainment‑based or charitable.
As of now, the only confirmed details are that Chopra Jonas will work with Jolie and that she will star in Varanasi, which is scheduled for a global release in April 2027. Fans and industry analysts await further announcements regarding the nature of the collaboration and the exact role of Chopra Jonas in Varanasi. The film’s production schedule is expected to continue through 2026, with post‑production slated for late 2026 and a marketing push beginning in early 2027.
In summary, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is simultaneously preparing for a high‑profile return to Indian cinema and confirming a partnership with Angelina Jolie. While the specifics of the Jolie collaboration remain undisclosed, the announcement underscores Chopra Jonas’s continued presence on both Hollywood and Bollywood stages. The upcoming release of Varanasi will mark a significant milestone in her career and is poised to attract global audiences when it opens in April 2027.
In the Fortune India interview, Chopra Jonas discussed her evolving career and the women who inspire her. She named Angelina Jolie, Penelope Cruz and Salma Hayek as professional role models. When asked about the Jolie collaboration, the actress confirmed that work is underway but chose not to reveal further details. Industry observers note that the two actresses have a history of joint humanitarian efforts, but the project could be a film, a commercial venture or a philanthropic initiative. Chopra Jonas said, “I am very privileged and excited not just for India but also the world, because this will be a massive global release and people will be exposed to what we have been working on for the past three years,” referring to Varanasi.
Varanasi, directed by acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli, is the first Indian feature project in which Chopra Jonas will appear in a leading role since her 2019 Hollywood film The White Tiger. The film follows the adventures of a protagonist named Rudhra as the city of Varanasi faces the arrival of an asteroid. Production began in January 2025 and has taken place in Hyderabad, Odisha, Kenya, Georgia and Antarctica. The film is the first Indian production to shoot in Antarctica and the fourth worldwide to do so. With an estimated budget of ₹1,400 crore, Varanasi is expected to be the most expensive Indian film ever made.
The project is being produced by Sri Durga Arts and Showing Business, with music by M. M. Keeravani and visual effects by V. Srinivas Mohan. The film will be released in the 1.43:1 IMAX format, a first for a non‑English language film. According to reports, the release date of 7 April 2027 coincides with the Indian festival of Ugadi.
Chopra Jonas’s return to Indian cinema follows a period of extensive work in Hollywood. She has appeared in films such as Baywatch (2017), The White Tiger (2021) and The Matrix Resurrections (2021) and has starred in the Amazon Prime series Citadel (2023–present). In addition to acting, she has produced films through her company Purple Pebble Pictures and has been involved in humanitarian work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.
The collaboration with Angelina Jolie has attracted attention because both actresses are known for their philanthropic commitments. Jolie has served as a Special Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, while Chopra Jonas has worked with UNICEF since 2006. However, no official statement has clarified whether the joint venture will be entertainment‑based or charitable.
As of now, the only confirmed details are that Chopra Jonas will work with Jolie and that she will star in Varanasi, which is scheduled for a global release in April 2027. Fans and industry analysts await further announcements regarding the nature of the collaboration and the exact role of Chopra Jonas in Varanasi. The film’s production schedule is expected to continue through 2026, with post‑production slated for late 2026 and a marketing push beginning in early 2027.
In summary, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is simultaneously preparing for a high‑profile return to Indian cinema and confirming a partnership with Angelina Jolie. While the specifics of the Jolie collaboration remain undisclosed, the announcement underscores Chopra Jonas’s continued presence on both Hollywood and Bollywood stages. The upcoming release of Varanasi will mark a significant milestone in her career and is poised to attract global audiences when it opens in April 2027.
