Priyanka Chopra celebrated Diwali with family and friends, including Nick Jonas and daughter Malti Marie, sharing heartwarming moments of rituals and festivities on Instagram. She expressed joy in introducing the festival's beauty to newcomers, highlighting the gathering of loved ones and the hope it signifies. Chopra also recommended her film 'Dil Dhadakne Do' for those new to Bollywood.
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