Forward of Military Day 2026, Dr Madhu Chopra, mom of actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas, shared a deeply private throwback that provided a uncommon glimpse into her lifetime of service with the Indian Military. Posting {a photograph} of herself and her late husband, Dr Ashok Chopra, dressed of their Military uniforms, Madhu mirrored on the years that formed their household and values.
‘A quiet throwback to a lifetime of service’
Taking to Instagram, Madhu revisited her days as an Military physician and spoke in regards to the self-discipline, obligation, and duty that outlined her journey. In an emotional observe, she wrote, “A quiet throwback to a lifetime of service. Dr. Ashok and I, in uniform—serving as docs within the Indian Military, caring for our individuals whereas dwelling the self-discipline and obligation of navy life. These years formed our household, our values, and the way in which we raised Priyanka and Siddharth. Without end proud to have served, and without end grateful to the armed forces and the sacrifices they signify.”The submit struck an emotional chord on-line, with a number of customers praising the Chopra household’s contribution to the nation and remembering Dr Ashok Chopra, who handed away in 2013. Priyanka Chopra has usually spoken about how her mother and father’ Military background influenced her upbringing, crediting it for instilling self-discipline, resilience, and emotional power.