Priyanka Chopra Jonas is stepping back into Indian cinema with a commitment fans didn’t see coming — she’s not only starring in SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi, she’s also taking on the challenge of dubbing her own Telugu lines. And that promise has sparked a fresh wave of excitement around the film.

Priyanka confirms she is dubbing in Telugu for Varanasi

After the title announcement teaser dropped on 15 November, curiosity around Priyanka’s role in Varanasi has only grown. When a fan asked her on Instagram if she would dub for herself, she replied, “Yes I am. Practising hard."

The comment quickly blew up, with fans thrilled to hear that she will be voicing her character in Telugu.

She has also spoken openly about the difficulty of learning a new language for the film. In a chat with a fan on

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