In a turn of fate, the glittering Los Angeles mansion purchased by the power couple Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas turned from a dream into a distressing nightmare, as extensive water damage and a rampant mold infestation led them to abandon their luxurious abode. Acquired for a grand sum of $20 million back in 2019, the magnificent estate featured seven bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and extravagances including a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a chef’s kitchen, an innovative home theatre, a cheerful bowling alley, and a relaxing pool and spa. Last May, in the face of growing remediation challenges, Priyanka and Nick felt compelled to hold the builders and the estate’s sellers accountable through legal action. Currently, the couple, along with their daughter Malti Marie, has sought refuge in a temporary residence.
This distressing domestic upheaval coincides with a blossoming period in their professional lives. Priyanka Chopra, recently acclaimed for her roles in Russo Brothers’ “Citadel” and James Strouse’s “Love Again” (2023), is gearing up for her upcoming film “Heads of State” alongside Idris Elba. Meanwhile, Nick Jonas continues to touch the skies of musical success, performing alongside his siblings Joe and Kevin in India, marking the Jonas Brothers’ debut in the country. Despite these trials at home, Los Angeles remains the couple’s primary residence as they balance their demanding travel schedules with work commitments in multiple locations.
In other entertainment industry news, Yash, the notable actor from the blockbuster “KGF,” is aligning stars for a potential collaboration, setting his sights on a perfect script and a project with the charismatic Shah Rukh Khan. While in the preliminary stages of conversation with Khan’s production house, Yash has set his standards high, waiting for the development of a script that does justice to both luminaries. As he continues to weigh his options, Yash remains busy with Geetu Mohandas’ “Toxic” and the highly anticipated Nitesh Tiwari’s “Ramayan” trilogy.
Ajay Devgn, the versatile actor and now an environmental entrepreneur following his investment in solar energy, is venturing into sports with a strategic investment in the World Championship of Legends cricket contest. Set for this July, the tournament promises a sparkling showcase of cricketing prowess from veterans like Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Bret Lee, and Kevin Petersen at England’s Edgbaston Stadium. For Ajay, an earnest cricket connoisseur, this championship offers a unique opportunity to revel in the sport’s glory days once more.
Following the suite of new ventures, Tamannaah Bhatia has signed on to front a new web series produced by none other than the influential Karan Johar. Entrusted with the directorial reigns is Archit Kumar, who will navigate this quirky dramedy spotlighting two women entrepreneurs. With pre-production in motion and the casting of the second lead underway, the series is set to commence filming by April. Alongside this, Tamannaah’s acting slate brims with “Bole Chudiyan” opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui, a cameo in John Abraham’s “Vedaa”, and the Tamil horror-comedy “Aranmanai 4.”
In a drastic shift of gears, Gulshan Devaiah sets his eyes back on thrillers after a stint with light-hearted content in “Little Thomas”. He dives into the murky depths of Mumbai’s underbelly with a new show adapted from the German series “Bad Cop: Kriminell” (2017). The Hindi rendition, led by creators Rensil D’Silva and Hussain Dalal and directed by Aditya Datt, features Devaiah as the complex anti-hero originally portrayed by David Rott. The ensemble cast, including Harleen Sethi, Anurag Kashyap, Saurabh Sachdeva, and Sushmita Aishwarya, is currently in production, with expectations set for a late-year premiere.
Lastly, Mohit Suri, acclaimed for his emotive narratives, has been conscripted by YRF helmed by studio CEO Akshaye Widhani to craft a youthful romance story. With this collaboration, YRF seeks to forge a novel creative business model, inviting diverse filmmakers to contribute under the auspices of the legendary Aditya Chopra. With a history of heartfelt cinema on both sides, this project promises to be an exciting addition to the romantic genre.