Priyanka Chopra opens up about how she felt wearing mangalsutra for the first time

Priyanka Chopra, who is frequently seen wearing her mangalsutra, spoke about how she felt the first time she wore it after marrying American actor-singer Nick Jonas. 

On her Instagram page, Priyanka shared a brand endorsement for a jewellery brand that has introduced a modern mangalsutra. As a married woman, the actor mentioned wearing a mangalsutra. "I remember when I wore mine for the first time... because we have grown with the idea of what it means," she said. It was truly a magical moment for me. At the same time, as a modern woman, I am aware of the implications of what it means. Is wearing a mangalsutra something I want to do, or is it too patriarchal? At the same time, I belong to a generation that is somewhere in the middle. Maintain tradition while being aware of who you are and what you stand for. And we'll see what the next generation of girls does."

"A conversation starter for sure," she wrote, mentioning how she is also attempting to carry traditions forward.'' She also explained to the other person why black beads were used in a mangalsutra. "The black is primarily used to ward off evil and protect you," she explained. 

Priyanka wore a mangalsutra shortly after her wedding to Nick in December 2018. The couple has been married for three years and resides in a posh Los Angeles home. Priyanka frequently shares glimpses of how she continues to follow Indian traditions and culture even while living in the United States.