Global actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is currently promoting her most recent action-comedy Heads of State, was recently at the centre of a social media uproar due to her food choices rather than her performance.
Priyanka was asked to select between two iconic dishes during a humorous red carpet rapid-fire segment: Mumbai's popular vada pav and the traditional American hot dog. She chose the hot dog without thinking twice, which led to a backlash from some desi internet users who thought her decision was "un-Indian."
The moment quickly went viral and was soon picked up by popular Instagram content creator Pushpek Sidhu, known for his commentary on Western influencers and online trends. He reshared the clip with added edits, drawing even more attention to the actress’s seemingly innocent choice.
Facing an unexpected backlash over what was meant to be a fun moment, Chopra took to her Instagram Story to respond. Posting the viral clip herself, she added a sarcastic yet composed caption: “Wow bro. I had no idea there was a rulebook for being desi. It’s just a snack, not a national exam. Calm down. #HotDogVsVadaPav.”
Her remark was widely appreciated by fans who praised her for handling the situation with humour and grace. “It’s 2025 and we’re still food-policing women,” one fan commented, while another added, “Let her eat what she wants, it’s really not that deep.”
Heads of State, Priyanka's most recent film, has been trending on Prime Video despite the food controversy.
She co-stars with Hollywood heavyweights John Cena and Idris Elba in the suspenseful thriller. In order to prevent a global crisis, a group of unlikely world leaders are compelled to set aside their differences and work together.
Priyanka Chopra still commands attention, but on her own terms, whether it's for her acting or for preferring a hot dog to vada pav.
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