Priyanka Chopra Jonas celebrated Karwa Chauth on October 29, 2026, by applying mehendi herself and incorporating a personal tribute to husband Nick Jonas and their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. The actor shared glimpses of the design on her Instagram Stories, describing it as “DIY..Piya ke naam ki” and extending her wishes to those celebrating the festival.
The design featured the initials of Nick and Malti, adding a family connection to the traditional mehendi ritual. Priyanka also shared a photograph of herself applying chashni, or sugar syrup, to her henna-covered hand. Alongside the image, she asked whether the traditional method would work to deepen the colour of the mehendi.
Applying mehendi is a customary part of Karwa Chauth celebrations for many women. The festival is observed by married Hindu women in several parts of India, traditionally involving a fast from sunrise until moonrise and prayers for their husbands’ well-being.
Priyanka’s use of chashni brought attention to a traditional home remedy commonly used after henna paste begins to dry. A mixture of sugar and water is dabbed lightly onto the design to help keep the paste moist and in contact with the skin for longer. This may support stain development, although the final colour also depends on the quality of the henna, the duration of application and individual skin characteristics.
The initials of Nick and Malti in Priyanka’s design reflect the family connection behind her Karwa Chauth celebrations. Priyanka and Nick married in December 2018 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, with separate Christian and Hindu wedding ceremonies. Their celebrations also included a traditional mehendi ceremony, during which Nick participated in the henna ritual.
The couple welcomed Malti Marie in January 2022 via surrogacy. Since becoming parents, they have occasionally shared glimpses of family celebrations while generally keeping their daughter’s life private. Priyanka has also spoken about maintaining Indian traditions while raising Malti outside India.
Priyanka previously recalled a Karwa Chauth celebration during Nick’s concert tour when the couple struggled to see the moon because of cloudy weather. She said Nick took her on a flight above the clouds so she could see the moon and break her fast. The account was shared during her appearance on a television programme in 2025.
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