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Deccan Herald
11 hours ago
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- Deccan Herald
I try to play characters with agency: 'Heads of State' star Priyanka Chopra Jonas
Priyanka has been making waves in Hollywood with her performances in shows such as Citadel as well as movies such as Baywatch, A Kid Like Jake, The Matrix Resurrections and Love Again.
Mint
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
I try to play characters with agency: Heads of State star Priyanka Chopra Jonas
London, Jul 2 (PTI) Globally-popular actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas says she wants to be proud of the work she does and that's why her constant effort is to take on roles of substance. Priyanka has been making waves in Hollywood with her performances in shows such as "Citadel" as well as movies such as "Baywatch", "A Kid Like Jake", "The Matrix Resurrections" and "Love Again". Her latest film is "Heads of State", a globetrotting action comedy from streaming service Prime Video in which she features alongside Hollywood stars Idris Elba and John Cena. At the film's London premiere on Tuesday evening, Priyanka said she always goes for characters that are not "ornamental". "I want to be proud of the work that I take on. So I try to take on characters that have agency and are strong and have something to do in the movies versus being ornamental. "I was proud of doing this movie because it's fun... the world's in a tough place and we need something to make us laugh," the actor told PTI at the red carpet. The premiere event was also attended by Priyanka's husband, musician Nick Jonas, and her actor-cousin Parineeti Chopra as well as Cena. "Heads of State", directed by Ilya Naishuller of "Nobody" fame, features Elba as the UK Prime Minister Sam Clarke and Cena as US President Will Derringer, who become the targets of a powerful and ruthless foreign adversary. Priyanka, 42, essays the role of the brilliant MI6 agent Noel Bisset, who comes to their aid and together, the trio finds a way to thwart a global conspiracy that threatens the world. According to the actor, the sharpest weapon that her character has is her mind. "She's 10 steps ahead, she's always thinking ahead, she knows where she wants to go and is kind of fearless about it and makes a plan. She's not spontaneous and impulsive; she likes to plan, which I love about her," she added. As an artist, Priyanka believes that it is important to focus on the end result even if it means doing the task again and again. "It's really important to focus on what you want to get out of a certain situation, and you could fail multiple times trying to get there, but it doesn't mean you necessarily give up. Practice makes perfect. "If you ever want to get somewhere, find different ways to get there. People don't matter; they're not putting food on your plate. Focus on the people who love you and care about you," she said. "Heads of State", which released on Prime Video on Wednesday, also stars Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, Carla Gugino, Jack Quaid and Sarah Niles. The movie is produced by Peter Safran and John Rickard.
Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
I try to play characters with agency: 'Heads of State' star Priyanka Chopra Jonas
London, Globally-popular actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas says she wants to be proud of the work she does and that's why her constant effort is to take on roles of substance. I try to play characters with agency: 'Heads of State' star Priyanka Chopra Jonas Priyanka has been making waves in Hollywood with her performances in shows such as "Citadel" as well as movies such as "Baywatch", "A Kid Like Jake", "The Matrix Resurrections" and "Love Again". Her latest film is "Heads of State", a globetrotting action comedy from streaming service Prime Video in which she features alongside Hollywood stars Idris Elba and John Cena. At the film's London premiere on Tuesday evening, Priyanka said she always goes for characters that are not "ornamental". "I want to be proud of the work that I take on. So I try to take on characters that have agency and are strong and have something to do in the movies versus being ornamental. "I was proud of doing this movie because it's fun... the world's in a tough place and we need something to make us laugh," the actor told PTI at the red carpet. The premiere event was also attended by Priyanka's husband, musician Nick Jonas, and her actor-cousin Parineeti Chopra as well as Cena. "Heads of State", directed by Ilya Naishuller of "Nobody" fame, features Elba as the UK Prime Minister Sam Clarke and Cena as US President Will Derringer, who become the targets of a powerful and ruthless foreign adversary. Priyanka, 42, essays the role of the brilliant MI6 agent Noel Bisset, who comes to their aid and together, the trio finds a way to thwart a global conspiracy that threatens the world. According to the actor, the sharpest weapon that her character has is her mind. "She's 10 steps ahead, she's always thinking ahead, she knows where she wants to go and is kind of fearless about it and makes a plan. She's not spontaneous and impulsive; she's like she plans, which I love about her," she added. As an artist, Priyanka believes that it is important to focus on the end result even if it means doing the task again and again. "It's really important to focus on what you want to get out of a certain situation, and you could fail multiple times trying to get there, but it doesn't mean you necessarily give up. Practice makes perfect. "If you ever want to get somewhere, find different ways to get there. People don't matter; they're not putting food on your plate. Focus on the people who love you and care about you," she said. "Heads of State", which released on Prime Video on Wednesday, also stars Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, Carla Gugino, Jack Quaid and Sarah Niles and is directed by Ilya Naishuller. The movie is produced by Peter Safran and John Rickard. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Priyanka Chopra once gave a fiery reply to Shah Rukh Khan's comment about choosing comfort over Hollywood: 'I do not carry the baggage of my success in one country...'
has never been one to hold back, and a resurfaced video proves just that. In it, the global star delivers a bold and composed response to 's past comment about choosing comfort over Hollywood—a remark that's now being re-examined in light of her thriving international career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With her words striking a chord online, fans are calling it a classy yet fiery clapback that reflects not just her confidence, but the journey she's carved on her own terms. While promoting her spy-thriller series Citadel, Priyanka was asked about Shah Rukh's past remark: 'Why should I go there (Hollywood)? I am comfortable here.' Though she didn't name him directly, her response was calm yet cutting. She said that 'comfortable is boring' to her, adding that she's not arrogant but self-assured. Priyanka emphasized that she's open to auditions, doesn't seek executive validation, and doesn't carry the weight of her success in one country when stepping into another. The quote has since gone viral, with fans seeing it as a subtle yet powerful response to SRK's earlier stance—made all the more intriguing given their past equation. The two were rumoured to be romantically involved during the filming of Don 2, though neither ever confirmed nor denied the speculation. The actress went on to highlight her strong work ethic, saying she's known for her professionalism—a trait she takes pride in. She credited her military upbringing for instilling discipline and a deep respect for not taking opportunities for granted, values she continues to carry with her in her career. Priyanka's journey from Bollywood to Hollywood has been nothing short of remarkable. From leading the hit series Quantico to starring in The Matrix Resurrections, she has steadily built a strong international presence. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With upcoming projects like Heads of State alongside John Cena, Idris Elba, and Jack Quaid, she continues to cement her place on the global stage. She is currently shooting for SS Rajamouli's much-anticipated film SSMB29, alongside and Prithviraj Sukumaran. While there's been no official confirmation of her full-fledged return to Indian cinema, her presence on set and regular updates from her India visit have sparked speculation. At the same time, she remains actively involved in promoting her Hollywood project Heads of State, co-starring Idris Elba and John Cena.
Daily Mail
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Keanu Reeves goes viral as he's STRADDLED by Broadway star during Tony Awards 2025 performance
A very awkward Keanu Reeves went viral after he was straddled by a Broadway icon during a 'sensual' Tony Awards 2025 performance on Sunday. The Speed star, 60, was set unsuspecting in his chair at New York City 's Radio City Music Hall when Jonathan Groff performed a high-octane rendition of Mack The Knife from his Bobby Darin musical, Just In Time. However, Groff - who starred with Reeves in 2021 flop The Matrix Resurrections - then leapt onto Reeves' chair with his legs either side of the shocked star's face as he sang. A shocked Reeves screamed before doing a rock on sign, as a cheeky Groff grabbed his chest - before jumping off the chair. Fans took to social media to laud the shock moment, with one fan writing: 'Jonathan Groff climbing over Keanu Reeves in the audience and then straddling him while performing at the Tonys omg lol Others wrote: 'Keanu Reeves already won the Tonys with this moment A very awkward Keanu Reeves went viral after he was straddled by a Broadway icon during a 'sensual' Tony Awards 2025 performance on Sunday 'Watching Jonathan Groff sensually live on the side of Keanu Reeves' face on live television might have been my Roman Empire. 'Jonathan Groff said he was going to shoot his shot with Keanu Reeves and I respect that. 'Jonathan Groff flirting with and singing to Keanu Reeves wasn't something I had on my Tonys bingo card but I'm here for it.' The 78th Annual Tony Awards, the most prestigious ceremony honoring theatre, is showing off the best of Broadway and beyond tonight. The show is being held on the hallowed stage of Radio City Music Hall in New York City on Sunday, June 8, and it is hosted by three-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo. The three-hour show, which starts at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT, can be watched live on CBS or streamed on Paramount+ with Showtime. Users with the Paramount+ Essential subscription will have the option to begin watching the show on the following day. This year features major star power in the lead actor and actress categories. George Clooney is competing for his massively successful play Good Night, And Good Luck — an adaptation of the film of the same name that he directed, co-wrote and costarred in — for the lead actor in a play category, while acting legend Mia Farrow is competing against Succession star Sarah Snook and Stranger Things star Sadie Sink in the lead actress in a play category. Darren Criss and Jonathan Groff are adding some star power to the lead actor in a musical category, while Megan Hilty, Nicole Scherzinger and Broadway legend Audra McDonald are some of the biggest names in the lead actress in a musical category. Bob Odenkirk is best known for his film and television work, including his acclaimed run on Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, but he's now nominated in the Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play category for his turn in the revival of David Mamet's iconic drama of desperation, Glengarry Glen Ross. Presenters this year include Charli D'Amelio, Michelle Williams, Hacks' Jean Smart, LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Lea Salonga, all of whom are currently appearing on Broadway. The stage icon Kristin Chenoweth will also be presenting, while Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter will have a Bill and Ted reunion on stage ahead of their upcoming production of Samuel Beckett's Waiting For Godot. Glee star Lea Michele will also be joined on stage by Aaron Tveit. Several former Tony winners will be helping to announce awards, including Oprah Winfrey, Bryan Cranston, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sarah Paulson, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Kelli O'Hara and Rachel Bay Jones. And the other presenters aren't exactly slouches, as several of them have Oscars and Grammy Awards to their names. They include Ben Stiller, Samuel L. Jackson, Katie Holmes, Jesse Eisenberg, Allison Janney, Ariana DeBose, Adam Lambert, Carrie Preston, Danielle Brooks and Sara Bareilles. Going into the 2025 ceremony, three musicals are leading the pack with 10 nominations each: Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her and Maybe Happy. Buena Vista Social Club is inspired by the beloved Cuban ensemble of the same name, which recorded a hit eponymous album in 1997 and was documented in Wim Wenders' acclaimed documentary (also of the same name) in 1999. Death Becomes Her is based on the Robert Zemeckis fantastical black comedy from 1992, which starred Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn and Bruce Willis. Unlike those musicals, which are adapted from existing music and films, Maybe Happy is a science fiction–romance that originated in South Korea. It follows two android helper-bots who develop feelings for each other, despite the fact that their short life spans threaten any future plans. Dead Outlaw, John Proctor Is The Villain, Sunset Blvd. and The Hills Of California are all tied for seven Tony nominations, while Floyd Collins, Justin In Time, Purpose and The Picture Of Dorian Gray are tied for six. Dead Outlaw and Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical are also competing in the Best Musical category, while English, The Hills Of California, John Proctor Is The Villain, Oh, Mary! and Purpose are vying for Best Play. Purpose and English have already been honored with Pulitzer Prizes. This year's nominated revivals include Eureka Day, Romeo + Juliet, Thornton Wilder's Our Town and David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face in the play category, while Floyd Collins, Gypsy, Pirates! The Penzanze Musical and Sunset Blvd. fill out the Best Revival of a Musical category. The performances this year will highlight all of the new and revived musical nominees, as well as Just In Time and Real Women Have Curves, which weren't nominated in best musical or revival but did receive other major nominations. The 2025 Tonys will look to the past as well with a tribute to Hamilton for its 10th anniversary as the original cast reunites for a performance. Miranda will be accompanied by Leslie Odom Jr., Phillipa Soo, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Daveed Diggs, Ariana DeBose, Jonathan Groff and Christopher Jackson, all of whom were part of the original production. Erivo, 38, was better known for her work in the theatre before expanding into a successful film and television career. The Wicked Star — who recently stirred up controversy when she was announced as the star of a production of Jesus Christ Superstar being held at the Hollywood Bowl in August — is already three-quarters of the way toward completing the rare and coveted EGOT after winning an Emmy, a Grammy and a Tony. Along the way, she also received nominations for four Golden Globe Awards, two British Academy Film Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. She previously starred on Broadway in the popular adaptation of The Color Purple, which led to her performing its song I'm Here at the 2016 Tonys. Tony Awards 2025 nominees Best Musical Buena Vista Social Club Dead Outlaw Death Becomes Her Maybe Happy Ending Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical Best Revival of a Play Eureka Day — Author: Jonathan Spector Romeo + Juliet Thornton Wilder's Our Town Yellow Face — Author: David Henry Hwang Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play George Clooney — Good Night, And Good Luck Cole Escola — Oh, Mary! Jon Michael Hill — Purpose Daniel Dae Kim — Yellow Face Harry Lennix — Purpose Louis McCartney — Stranger Things: The First Shadow Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Darren Criss — Maybe Happy Ending Andrew Durand — Dead Outlaw Tom Francis — Sunset Blvd. Jonathan Groff — Just In Time James Monroe Iglehart — A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical Jeremy Jordan — Floyd Collins Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Glenn Davis — Purpose Gabriel Ebert — John Proctor Is The Villain Francis Jue — Yellow Face - WINNER Bob Odenkirk — Glengarry Glen Ross Conrad Ricamora — Oh, Mary! Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Brooks Ashmanskas —SMASH Jeb Brown — Dead Outlaw Danny Burstein — Gypsy Jak Malone — Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical - WINNER Taylor Trensch — Floyd Collins Best Direction of a Play Knud Adams — English Sam Mendes — The Hills Of California Sam Pinkleton — Oh, Mary! Danya Taymor — John Proctor Is The Villain Kip Williams — The Picture Of Dorian Gray Best Book of a Musical Buena Vista Social Club — Marco Ramirez Dead Outlaw — Itamar Moses Death Becomes Her — Marco Pennette Maybe Happy Ending — Will Aronson and Hue Park Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical — David Cumming, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson and Zoë Roberts Best Scenic Design of a Play Marsha Ginsberg — English Rob Howell — The Hills of California Marg Horwell and David Bergman — The Picture of Dorian Gray Miriam Buether and 59 — Stranger Things: The First Shadow Scott Pask — Good Night, and Good Luck Best Costume Design of a Play Brenda Abbandandolo — Good Night, And Good Luck Marg Horwell — The Picture of Dorian Gray Rob Howell — The Hills Of California Holly Pierson — Oh, Mary! Brigitte Reiffenstuel — Stranger Things: The First Shadow Best Lighting Design of a Play Natasha Chivers — The Hills Of California Jon Clark — Stranger Things: The First Shadow Heather Gilbert and David Bengali — Good Night, And Good Luck Natasha Katz and Hannah Wasileski — John Proctor Is The Villain Nick Schlieper — The Picture Of Dorian Gray Best Sound Design of a Play Paul Arditti — Stranger Things: The First Shadow Palmer Hefferan — John Proctor Is The Villain Daniel Kluger — Good Night, And Good Luck Nick Powell — The Hills Of California Clemence Williams — The Picture of Dorian Gray Best Choreography Joshua Bergasse — SMASH Camille A. Brown — Gypsy Christopher Gattelli — Death Becomes Her Jerry Mitchell — BOOP! The Musical Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck — Buena Vista Social Club Best Play English — Author: Sanaz Toossi The Hills of California — Author: Jez Butterworth John Proctor Is The Villain — Author: Kimberly Belflower Oh, Mary! — Author: Cole Escola Purpose — Author: Branden Jacobs-Jenkins Best Revival of a Musical Floyd Collins — Book/Additional Lyrics: Tina Landau; Music & Lyrics: Adam Guettel Gypsy Pirates! The Penzance Musical Sunset Blvd. Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Laura Donnelly — The Hills Of California Mia Farrow — The Roommate LaTanya Richardson Jackson — Purpose Sadie Sink — John Proctor Is The Villain Sarah Snook — The Picture Of Dorian Gray - WINNER Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Megan Hilty — Death Becomes Her Audra McDonald — Gypsy Jasmine Amy Rogers — BOOP! The Musical Nicole Scherzinger — Sunset Blvd. Jennifer Simard — Death Becomes Her Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Tala Ashe — English Jessica Hecht — Eureka Day Marjan Neshat — English Fina Strazza — John Proctor Is The Villain Kara Young — Purpose - WINNER Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Natalie Venetia Belcon — Buena Vista Social Club - WINNER Julia Knitel — Dead Outlaw Gracie Lawrence — Just In Time Justina Machado — Real Women Have Curves: The Musical Joy Woods — Gypsy Best Direction of a Musical Saheem Ali — Buena Vista Social Club Michael Arden — Maybe Happy Ending David Cromer — Dead Outlaw Christopher Gattelli — Death Becomes Her Jamie Lloyd — Sunset Blvd. Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Dead Outlaw — Music & Lyrics: David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna Death Becomes Her — Music & Lyrics: Julia Mattison and Noel Carey Maybe Happy Ending —Music: Will Aronson; Lyrics: Will Aronson and Hue Park Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical — Music & Lyrics: David Cumming, Felix Hagan, Natasha Hodgson and Zoë Roberts Real Women Have Curves: The Musical — Music & Lyrics: Joy Huerta and Benjamin Velez Best Orchestrations Andrew Resnick and Michael Thurber — Just in Time Will Aronson — Maybe Happy Ending Bruce Coughlin — Floyd Collins Marco Paguia — Buena Vista Social Club David Cullen and Andrew Lloyd Webber — Sunset Blvd. Best Scenic Design of a Musical Rachel Hauck — Swept Away Dane Laffrey and George Reeve — Maybe Happy Ending Arnulfo Maldonado — Buena Vista Social Club Derek McLane — Death Becomes Her Derek McLane — Just In Time Best Costume Design of a Musical Dede Ayite — Buena Vista Social Club Gregg Barnes — BOOP! The Musical Clint Ramos — Maybe Happy Ending Paul Tazewell — Death Becomes Her Catherine Zuber — Just In Time Best Lighting Design of a Musical Jack Knowles — Sunset Blvd. Tyler Micoleau — Buena Vista Social Club Scott Zielinski and Ruey Horng Sun — Floyd Collins Ben Stanton — Maybe Happy Ending Justin Townsend — Death Becomes Her Best Sound Design of a Musical Jonathan Deans — Buena Vista Social Club Adam Fisher — Sunset Blvd. Peter Hylenski — Just In Time Peter Hylenski — Maybe Happy Ending Dan Moses Schreier — Floyd Collins
