Arjan Bajwa talks about co-star Priyanka Chopra shooting for Fashion during dad's cancer battle: 'I never saw her vulnerable or breaking down...'

Time of India

28-05-2025

Arjan Bajwa revealed that during the filming of 'Fashion,' both he and Priyanka Chopra were grappling with personal hardships. Bajwa was mourning the loss of his father, while Chopra's father had just been diagnosed with cancer. They found solace in sharing their experiences, fostering a lasting friendship built on mutual respect and admiration for each other's strength.
Priyanka Chopra
has carved a multifaceted career for herself—ranging from acclaimed acting roles to global collaborations with music stars, firmly establishing her status as an international icon.
One of her Fashion co-stars,
Arjan Bajwa
, recently reflected on working with her during the 2008 film. He shared that both he and Chopra were navigating personal struggles at the time, making their on-screen journey all the more impactful.
Arjan Bajwa Opens Up About Personal Loss During 'Fashion'
In a conversation with Siddharth Kannan on his podcast, the actor opened up about a difficult period in his life when he lost his father, politician SS Bajwa, in a tragic accident. His father fell from the terrace of their home after being attacked by a group of monkeys, leaving Arjan emotionally shattered and unable to return to work. At a time when his career seemed uncertain, director
Madhur Bhandarkar
gave him a fresh start by casting him in Fashion.
Bajwa shared that he continues to hold Bhandarkar in the highest regard for giving him that second chance when no other doors seemed open.
Chopra and Bajwa Found Comfort in Shared Struggles
Despite landing a major opportunity with Fashion, Bajwa revealed that he went through the shoot somewhat half-heartedly due to his personal grief—something everyone on set was aware of. During that time, he found unexpected support in co-star Priyanka Chopra, who was also dealing with her own challenges.
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Her father had just been diagnosed with cancer, and the two often shared conversations about their fathers while waiting for shots.
Bajwa recalled that, even while facing such emotional stress, Priyanka remained composed and strong, never showing vulnerability or breaking down on set.
Mutual Respect and a Lasting Friendship
Arjan expressed deep admiration for Priyanka Chopra, reflecting on how sharing such a difficult phase in their lives helped form the foundation of their friendship. He emphasized the mutual respect they developed on set and praised Chopra for her dedication, calling her incredibly hardworking and deserving of all her success. Fashion, directed by Madhur Bhandarkar, featured a strong ensemble cast that included Kangana Ranaut,
Mugdha Godse
,
Arbaaz Khan
, and Kitu Gidwani.
On the work fron, Priyanka will next be seen in the action-comedy Head of States, alongside Idris Elba and
John Cena
.
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