Madhu Chopra shared that Nick Jonas took her out for lunch and asked her about the qualities she expected in her daughter Priyanka Chopra’s future husband. He assured her that he possessed those qualities and was the right match for Priyanka
Madhu, the mother of actor Priyanka Chopra, has spoken about her daughter and son-in-law, singer Nick Jonas, describing him as a ‘solid, grounded guy; almost like a Punjabi.’ Priyanka and Nick tied the knot in 2018 and now have a daughter named Malti Marie together. Their cross-cultural wedding remains a topic of discussion, with Nick affectionately dubbed as the ‘national jiju’ (brother-in-law) of India.
Madhu revealed that she first learned about Priyanka and Nick’s relationship through media reports. “Priyanka hadn’t told me anything about Nick, but I saw media reports that they had been spotted together and asked her… She said if there’s anything, I will tell you. Later, she called me and said that she is coming to Mumbai for work, and Nick also wants to come. I asked her if they wanted to travel to Jaipur or other places in India. Priyanka said, ‘I will go for work, and he will stay at home and do his songwriting.’ When he arrived, I observed him as a serious, composed person. I had no idea… their behavior towards each other was entirely normal,” Madhu recalled.
Madhu fondly recalled how Nick won her over during a lunch outing when Priyanka wasn’t around. “When he came to India and met me, he took me out to lunch. During our conversation, he asked me what kind of man I would envision for Priyanka. So, I listed all the qualities, and he simply took my hand and said, ‘I am that guy. Can I be that person? I promise that nothing from your list will be left unchecked.’ I was very happy; I saw him as a reliable individual,” she shared.
Regarding the couple’s 10-year age difference, Madhu emphasized that it was never a concern for her or the family. “It didn’t matter. Both are good individuals; they care for each other. That’s all. We didn’t even perceive it from that perspective. I was just so happy and ecstatic,” she remarked.
Madhu also commended Nick for his respect towards Indian culture and traditions. “He is very respectful and appreciative of Indian culture; he encourages us to embrace our Indian identity to the fullest. Priyanka often mentions that he embodies the spirit of a Punjabi,” she added. She further mentioned that while Nick was prepared to be addressed as Nick jiju (brother-in-law), one particular title caught him by surprise. “Everyone knows about him being called Nick jiju; even his family is aware of this. Priyanka had informed him about it. However, he wasn’t expecting to be referred to as ‘National jiju’,” she chuckled.