Priyanka Chopra On Working With John Cena & Idris Elba In Heads Of State: 'I Didn't Feel Left Out At All'
Priyanka Chopra on working with John Cena & Idris Elba in Heads of State: 'It wasn't like high school… I had a great time.' Premieres July 2 on Prime Video.
When John Cena and Idris Elba team up, chaos is inevitable — but with Priyanka Chopra Jonas entering the scene, it transforms into full-blown cinematic mayhem. Their latest film Heads of State, set to premiere globally on Prime Video on July 2, brings together this high-powered trio in an action-comedy packed with slick suits, sharp dialogue, and global political pandemonium.
After their unforgettable camaraderie in The Suicide Squad (2021), Cena and Elba reunite — this time as President of the United States Will Deringer and British Prime Minister Sam Clarke. Priyanka Chopra steps into the fray as MI6 agent Noel Bisset, bringing both edge and elegance to the explosive ensemble.
Reflecting on her experience filming alongside the two powerhouse stars, Priyanka shared, 'Oh, it was amazing. I didn't feel left out at all. It wasn't like… It wasn't like it was high school. They wanted to work together when they did Suicide Squad, and that's where the inception of the movie came about. And Peter Safran (Producer) was like, we've got to bottle and sell this. So I'm just really happy to be on the ride with them and be the only girl in this, like, really masculine energy. I had a great time."
Directed by Ilya Naishuller, the mind behind Nobody, the film boasts a star-studded supporting cast including Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, Carla Gugino, Jack Quaid, and Sarah Niles. With its high-octane set pieces, razor-sharp banter, and political satire, Heads of State is shaping up to be a summer blockbuster with global appeal. The movie will stream in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Ahead of its release, Priyanka hosted an intimate screening for her family and close friends. Early reactions have been glowing with praise. One attendee called it a must-see and lauded Priyanka's performance, while another described the film as terrific and congratulated her personally. Others shared their enthusiasm online, urging viewers not to miss the film when it drops on Prime Video. Priyanka reposted many of these reactions on her Instagram Stories, giving fans a preview of the buzz building around the movie.
The trailer teases a blend of international espionage, high-stakes diplomacy, and unapologetic comedy, with Priyanka leading some of the most thrilling sequences. Produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Heads of State fuses political absurdity with blockbuster energy — a slick, fast-paced film with global stakes.
Beyond Heads of State, Priyanka Chopra continues to expand her global acting footprint. She is set to star in SSMB 29, directed by SS Rajamouli and co-starring Mahesh Babu — a project that marks her first collaboration with the legendary filmmaker. She is also preparing for The Bluff, a swashbuckling adventure set in the 19th-century Caribbean, in which she plays a former pirate forced to confront her past to protect her family. The film also features Karl Urban and Ismael Cruz Córdova.
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