Priyanka Chahar Choudhary is all set to embrace the magical realm of serpents and supernatural intrigue in the much-anticipated ‘Naagin 7’. Her look was revealed during a recent episode of Bigg Boss 19, but the unveiling has sparked a significant online discussion. While Priyanka expressed her honor and excitement about joining the legacy of ‘Naagin’, social media users were quick to voice their critiques regarding her costume and jewelry, with some even deeming it the most disappointing look in the franchise’s history.
Priyanka, who was a popular finalist in Bigg Boss 16, shared her feelings about the role. “I still remember the moment on Bigg Boss 16 when Ekta ma’am said she found her next Naagin, and to have her keep that promise and choose me for this legacy is truly an honour,” she stated. “I’ve always believed that some roles demand more than just performance; they test your strength, range, and spirit. Naagin is exactly that for me.” She further added, “To be revealed as Naagin in front of Salman sir and millions of viewers feels nothing short of destiny’s plan. I’m super grateful to COLORS and Balaji Telefilms for trusting me with this throne — and for giving me a story that’s going down in hiss-tory as pure serpentainment!”
Colors channel shared a video of Priyanka’s Naagin avatar on social media with the caption, “Kehte hain ki agar kisi cheez ko dil se chaho toh puri kainaat usse tumse milane ki koshish mein lag jaati hai! (If you truly desire something, the entire universe conspires to bring it to you).” The caption concluded with, “Wo Aa Gai Hai! (She has arrived).” The video featured Priyanka in a striking golden ensemble, complete with a flowing skirt and a fringed bralette.
However, the internet’s reaction was largely critical. Numerous users expressed dissatisfaction with the outfit and opulent jewelry, citing it as “too over the top.” More concerningly, some speculated about potential cosmetic enhancements, with comments like, “She’s really ruined her face with Botox… that natural, innocent charm is completely gone.” Others felt her facial features were not suited for a Naagin role, and questioned the actresses’ choices regarding fillers and Botox. “Why ruin a pretty face?” was a common sentiment. Conversely, a portion of netizens defended Priyanka, urging others to wait for her performance before judging and celebrating her hard-earned opportunity.
The ‘Naagin’ franchise, created by Ektaa Kapoor, is a highly popular supernatural fantasy series on Indian television. It narrates the stories of shape-shifting serpents who can take human form, often driven by revenge or the mission to protect the sacred ‘naagmani’. Since its debut in 2015, ‘Naagin’ has been a television sensation, with each season introducing new narratives and cast members. Following the success of ‘Naagin 6’, ‘Naagin 7’ is highly anticipated and expected to captivate audiences soon.