17 August,2023 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a woman of many talents, The actress had opened an Indian restaurant in the heart of New York, USA two years ago. Reportedly, the actress has now stepped down as the partner of the restaurant. Confirming to People magazine, a representative said, "Priyanka has stepped away from her partnership at Sona." The restaurant will now be handled by its co-founder Maneesh K . Goyal. Sona is known to give an authentic flavor of Indian in the west.
The representative said in a statement, "Bringing Sona to life will invariably be a proud and significant moment in her career. Stepping away from Sona allows her to broaden these ambitions on a more global scale, and she's excited about the possibilities that await."
Talking to People, Maneesh said, "We're grateful for her partnership and support. While she will no longer be involved as a creative partner moving forward, she remains in the Sona family and we are excited for our respective new chapters ahead." He also said that she is the creative force behind the restuarant.
As an entrepreneur, Priyanka also owns a luxury homeware brand, Sona Home. She recently also stepped in to haircare by launching her brand, Anomaly. The actress also runs a production house called Purple Pebble Pictures.
Back in 2021, Priyanka took to her social media handle to make the announcement of her new restaurant along with pictures. "I'm thrilled to present to you SONA, a new restaurant in NYC that I poured my love for Indian food into. SONA is the very embodiment of timeless India and the flavours I grew up with. The kitchen is helmed by the incredible Chef #HariNayak, a masterful talent, who has created the most delicious and innovative menu, taking you on a food journey through my amazing country. SONA is opening later this month, and I can't wait to see you there!" Priyanka had tweeted.
On work front, Priyanka was last seen in Russo Brothers' Citadel which has been renewed for season 2 and a romantic comedy film, 'Love Again'. The actress was recently in London shooting for 'Heads of State' which also stars John Cena. Up next, the global star 'Ending Things' with Anthony Mackie and 'Jee Le Zaraa' with Farhan Akhtar. The Hindi film was announced two years ago along with Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif in the lead. Writer Reema Kagti recently revealed that the film will soon go on floors with the 'same cast'.