Shashi Tharoor and Priyanka Chopra met during a Harvard event and the politician praised the actress for making India proud. Here’s what he said, how the actor reacted, and why their backstage meeting has gone viral.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently found herself at the centre of a warm moment of cross-cultural appreciation after Shashi Tharoor publicly praised her during a prestigious event at Harvard University. The interaction, which unfolded backstage, has since gone viral, with fans applauding the mutual respect between the global star and the veteran parliamentarian.
What did Shashi Tharoor say about Priyanka Chopra?
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Priyanka Chopra met at the Harvard India Conference, where Chopra delivered a motivational closing keynote address. After the event, the politician posted pictures on X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, “Caught up with @priyankachopra (after more than a decade) in the wings at @Harvard backstage, just before her appearance as the closing keynote of the @HarvardIndConf. Remarkable to see (and hear) how well she is doing! She has made India proud by conquering a stage on which Indians rarely get to appear. And of course she looks stunning, appears perfectly poised and sounds thoughtful and wise – what’s not to be proud of?!”
Caught up with @priyankachopra (after more than a decade) in the wings at @Harvard backstage, just before her appearance as the closing keynote of the @HarvardIndConf. Remarkable to see (and hear) how well she is doing! She has made India proud by conquering a stage on which… pic.twitter.com/wCTAYPJugT
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) February 15, 2026
How did Priyanka Chopra react?
Priyanka Chopra responded graciously to Tharoor’s praise, expressing gratitude and humility. She shared her appreciation for the acknowledgment, calling it an honour to be recognised by someone of his stature.
She replied, “It was so good to see you again @ShashiTharoor Sir. Have always had such admiration for the orator that you are but as well for your clap backs. Thank you so much for staying for my panel and your wisdom. Hope you feel better soon and our paths cross again.”
It was so good to see you again @ShashiTharoor Sir. Have always had such admiration for the orator that you are but as well for your clap backs,. thank you so much for staying for my panel and your wisdom. Hope you feel better soon and our paths cross again. https://t.co/NxkfH79STV
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) February 15, 2026
Images and videos from their Harvard meeting went viral on social media. Fans described the moment as “wholesome” and celebrated the rare intersection of Bollywood, global diplomacy, and academia.
Priyanka Chopra’s journey, from winning Miss World to becoming a prominent face in Hollywood, has often been cited as a benchmark for Indian actors aspiring to cross borders. Shashi Tharoor’s public acknowledgment further reinforced the cultural significance of her achievements, especially on an elite international stage like Harvard.
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