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Why Fans Think Nick Jonas Is More Indian Than Priyanka Chopra

Entertainment desk
NRI HeraldJuly 18, 2026
3 min read
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas in traditional Indian attire

The playful debate gained traction on social media, where fans point to Nick's enthusiastic participation in Indian festivals, his use of Hindi in interviews, and his visible comfort with desi customs as evidence of his cultural immersion.

Recent examples include Nick's solo appearance at an Indian wedding, where he performed a traditional dance, and his social media posts showing him enjoying street food in Mumbai without hesitation.

Priyanka, who has lived in the West for years, is often seen as more 'international' in her lifestyle, while Nick, a Texas-born singer, has adopted Indian habits like drinking chai and wearing kurta pajamas at family gatherings.

The couple, who married in 2018 in a multi-day ceremony in India, has often spoken about blending their cultures, but fans argue Nick has gone a step further in making India his own.

While the comparison is lighthearted, it reflects a broader conversation about cultural identity and how public figures navigate their heritage in a globalized world.

Entertainment desk · July 18, 2026
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