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THROWBACK: When Priyanka Chopra opened up about facing mental health issues; ‘I didn’t know how to deal with my emotions’
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THROWBACK: When Priyanka Chopra opened up about facing mental health issues; ‘I didn’t know how to deal with my emotions’

Trigger Warning: This article contains mentions of mental health issues. 

Many Bollywood celebrities have opened up about their mental health struggles in the past and have encouraged talks about it. Today, October 10, 2024, on the occasion of World Mental Health Day, let’s revisit the moment when Priyanka Chopra revealed that she couldn’t deal with her emotions. She also advised those dealing with such issues to find support.

In an old episode of The Ranveer Show podcast, Priyanka Chopra admitted to facing mental health issues in her life. She said, “There were phases in my life, especially after my dad (passed away), I didn’t know how to deal with my emotions.”

The actress recalled being in a new country where she didn’t know people nor did they know her. She talked about reintroducing herself in a different country after already establishing herself in the Indian film industry. PC revealed that she felt pressurized. She shared that she was alone and it took a toll on her.

Priyanka disclosed that she tried to overcome it by telling herself that it was okay to feel that way. The Citadel star also emphasized on the importance of finding support. She stated, “I realized that especially when you have something that you mentally feel that you can’t move on from, you have to find support. You have to find someone you can rely on.”

Talking about herself, Priyanka shared that she talked to her friends and people who cared about her. She advised other people who were struggling mentally to find someone they could talk to. PC added that it didn’t necessarily have to be a therapist. “But don’t do it alone,” she concluded.

On the work front, Priyanka Chopra is currently busy shooting for Citadel Season 2, the second installment of her spy series. She will be reprising her role as Nadia in this American series. The actress has been offering fans a peek into the sets of the show. PC revealed that her and Nick Jonas’ daughter Malti Marie also sometimes visited her on set.

Priyanka is also gearing up for the release of her Marathi production Paani which arrives in theaters on October 18.

Disclaimer: If you need support or know someone who is struggling with mental health, please reach out to your nearest mental health specialist, NGO or speak to someone about it. There are several helplines available for the same.

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Neetu Kapoor is mighty impressed with Alia Bhattâs Jigra
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Neetu Kapoor is mighty impressed with Alia Bhattâs Jigra

Veteran actress Neetu Kapoor is all praises of her daughter-in-law, Alia Bhatt’s, Jigra. The Vasan Bala directorial will be released on October 11 but a special premiere was held on Wednesday night for the industry folks. After the screening, Neetu Kapoor took to her social media handle to heap praises on the film which also stars Vedang Raina in a key role. Neetu shared a poster of the film on her Instagram story section and wrote, “Alia Bhatt You nailed it” and attached five-star emojis below her text.
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Directed by Vasan Bala, Jigra is an action-thriller, featuring Alia as a young woman who is on a mission to rescue her brother (Vedang Raina) from jail.

The film also stars Aditya Nanda, Sobhita Dhulipala, Manoj Pahwa, Harssh A. Singh and Rahul Ravindran. It will have a theatrical release on October 11.
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John Abrahams Vedaa releases on OTT
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John Abrahams Vedaa releases on OTT

Vedaa, the latest action-packed drama starring John Abraham and Sharvari Wagh, is now available for streaming on OTT. Directed by Nikkhil Advani, this film dives deep into caste-based injustices while delivering a powerful narrative of resilience and courage.

The plot centres on Major Abhimanyu Kanwar (John Abraham), a disgraced army officer, and Vedaa Berwa (Sharvari), a determined Dalit woman seeking justice. Together, they face the oppressive forces in their village and fight for equality, with supporting performances from Abhishek Banerjee, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Ashish Vidyarthi adding depth to this compelling story.

With its mix of gripping action and meaningful social commentary, Vedaa is a must-watch for fans of impactful cinema. Now streaming in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, viewers can witness this intense drama unfold on ZEE5 from October 10.
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