Work calling: Priyanka Chopra Jonas to skip MET Gala 2024
What's the story
If you were counting the days till the internationally awaited MET Gala to catch a glimpse of Priyanka Chopra Jonas, we have some bad news for you.
In a recent interview, the Aitraaz actor revealed that she will be giving the fashion summit a miss this year.
Citing her ongoing film projects, she stated, "I'm definitely not attending this year because I'm filming."
Despite her absence, she expressed excitement for the event and admiration for its participants.
Anticipation
'I really do enjoy watching people's creativity'
Despite her non-attendance, Chopra Jonas remains enthusiastic about the MET Gala 2024.
She told Access Hollywood, "I don't even know who's going this year. I'm definitely not attending this year because I'm filming, but I think I really do enjoy watching people's creativity during the Met Gala and I am really excited to see how it will turn out."
"I actually have not read anything about who all is going this year."
Participation
'Euphoria' star Zendaya to attend the Gala
Upon learning that Euphoria star Zendaya will be part of the MET Gala 2024, Chopra Jonas responded positively.
"She's amazing, so we definitely look forward to her," she commented.
Zendaya is one of the co-chairs for this year's gala, joining other celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and Chris Hemsworth.
The event is scheduled for Monday, May 6 in New York City.
Notably, the high-profile event is dubbed the "Oscars of fashion" and features celebrities from around the world.
MET Gala 2024
Know more about this event's theme
This event will take place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, marking the opening of the Costume Institute's exhibition titled "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."
Each year has a distinct theme, and this year, celebrities will have to dress up as per the theme "The Garden of Time."
As for Indian representation, there are conflicting reports about Deepika Padukone registering her presence at the event.
Work
Take a look at PCJ's next projects
Last year, the actor-producer was seen in Citadel and Love Again.
She is currently filing Heads of State, which co-features Idris Elba and John Cena.
She also has The Bluff in her kitty.
It's directed by Frank E Flowers (Haven) and produced by AGBO Studios and Amazon MGM Studios.
Chopra Jonas has lent her voice to Disney+ Hotstar's documentary Tiger, too, which landed on the streamer on Monday.