Mumbai’s glittering skyline witnessed a private celebration as Priyanka Chopra took to her social media to announce a special family occasion—the roka ceremony of her younger brother Siddharth Chopra, who got engaged to Neelam Upadhyaya. Known for their tight-knit family connections and grand festivities, the Chopras once again were in the spotlight, this time for the joyous union of two young hearts.
While the global superstar Priyanka Chopra generally keeps her life in the public eye, it was this intimate family affair that caught everyone’s attention. Alongside her husband Nick Jonas, whom she married in a cross-cultural bonanza in 2018, Priyanka was seen embracing her Indian roots dressed in a vibrant red saree. Complementing her, Nick donned a classic cream-coloured kurta pajama, as they both radiated bliss and pride in the photographs shared.
The traditional roka ceremony, a significant pre-wedding ritual in Indian culture, marks the formal agreement of marriage between two families. Siddharth and Neelam, keeping with customs, chose to celebrate their pledge in an endearing ceremony graced by close family and friends.
However, the road to this engagement witnessed some turns for Siddharth who previously found himself betrothed twice. His engagement with Ishita Kumar made headlines when Priyanka announced it a few years back, but fate had other plans as it was called off suddenly. Prior to that, Siddharth had been engaged to girlfriend Kanika Mathur, with plans to marry in Goa in early 2015. Unexpectedly, that relationship also dissolved, with Siddharth declaring himself back on the singles market towards the close of 2014.
Priyanka Chopra’s trip to India this time was not a fleeting visit. Previously based in Los Angeles with Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie, Priyanka seemed to be centering her time around family engagements. She participated vigorously in the kaleidoscope of cultural festivities, including the birthday celebration of her cousin and Bigg Boss celebrity, Mannara Chopra.
The celebrity couple also partook in the vivid splash of colors celebrating Holi, India’s festival of spring, friendship, and jubilation, hosted by one of Priyanka’s close friends in Noida. Pictures and videos flooded social media as the family soaked in the vibrancy of this festival, a celebratory prelude to the private roka ceremony that followed.
During their visit, spirituality and faith marked their itinerary, notably with a visit to the newly inaugurated Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Following the trail of cultural fervor and traditional wardrobe changes, Priyanka and Nick’s devotion to family values was illustrated through their engagement in ceremonies and local customs.
Neelam Upadhyaya, an actress known for her work in the South Indian film industry, is the woman who has captured Siddharth’s heart this time. The roka, which signals the prelude to their nuptial journey, was shared joyously on Neelam’s social media paving their path to the future.
Priyanka’s disclosure of her brother’s engagement generated a wave of excitement and support across social media. Fans and well-wishers joined in celebrating the news, showering the couple with heartfelt congratulations and blessings.
Amidst the grandeur of Indian traditions, the Chopra family’s celebration stands testament to their strong familial bonds and resilience. As the new couple looks towards their wedding preparations, and the storybook of Priyanka Chopra’s family adds another chapter, the entertainment industry and supporters alike eagerly await the next celebratory occasion.
