Priyanka Chopra’s bollywood exit plan? Anil Sharma reveals how surgery setback almost changed her fate
Priyanka Chopra underwent nose surgery in the early 2000s to remove a nasal polyp, which led to complications. She lost several film offers, but director Anil Sharma supported her.

Priyanka Chopra Almost Quit Bollywood After a Botched Nose Surgery, Reveals Anil SharmaRenowned filmmaker Anil Sharma recently revealed that global star Priyanka Chopra nearly quit Bollywood early in her career due to a botched nose surgery. According to Sharma, the actress was deeply affected by the failed procedure, which drastically altered her appearance and led to a setback in her professional journey.
Becoming an international icon
Before becoming an international icon, Priyanka reportedly faced a phase where she contemplated leaving the film industry entirely. Sharma shared that the situation was so overwhelming for her that she considered moving back to her hometown, Bareilly, believing that her Bollywood dreams were shattered.
Persistence and confidence
However, despite the challenges and criticism, Priyanka persevered. She eventually found her way back into the industry, proving her resilience and talent. Over the years, she not only cemented her place in Bollywood but also gained global recognition with projects in Hollywood.Today, Priyanka Chopra is a celebrated name worldwide, known for her versatility and determination. Her journey stands as an inspiration, showing that setbacks can be overcome with persistence and confidence.
Quitting the industry
Not only did he retain her in The Hero: Love Story of a Spy, he also convinced producers Sunil Darshan and Subhash Ghai to cast her in Andaaz and Aitraaz. In a recent conversation with Vickey Lalwani, Anil clarified that while he does not claim to have made her a star, he did support her and encourage her to stay in Bollywood when she was considering quitting the industry and returning to Bareilly."She is successful because she is very talented and when you are this good, God sometimes brings people in your life who give you a push. And I think I can be one of those people," he added.