Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Priyanka Chahar Choudhary on Naagin 7 and Work Ethic
Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, who played the lead in Naagin 7, initially hesitated to take the role because she wanted to do a show with more natural acting.
However, Ekta Kapoor convinced her, and Naagin 7 became a huge success.
Priyanka also worked on another show, Battleground, at the same time, which was very tough.
She would shoot for Naagin during the day and Battleground at night, sometimes working almost 36 hours straight.
She credits her discipline to her father, who is in the Army.
Farah Khan, a host, talked to Priyanka about her journey and how fans loved seeing them together.
Naagin 7 ended with a 1.6 TRP in its finale week, averaging 1.9 throughout its run.
Priyanka Chahar Choudhary initially hesitated to take the lead role in Naagin 7.
Ekta Kapoor offered Priyanka the role while she was still in the Bigg Boss house.
Priyanka worked grueling 36-hour shifts, shooting for both Naagin and Battleground.
Farah Khan and Priyanka discussed their collaboration, which fans had requested for years.
- Who
- Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, Ekta Kapoor, Farah Khan
- What
- Priyanka's journey with Naagin 7 and her work ethic
- When
- Recent, after Naagin 7 ended
- Where
- India
- Why
- To discuss her career, challenges, and success
Priyanka's Initial Hesitation
Ekta Kapoor's Persistence
Role Acceptance
Priyanka's Initial Hesitation
Priyanka initially refused the role due to a preference for natural acting.
Ekta Kapoor's Persistence
Ekta Kapoor persisted and convinced Priyanka to take the role.
- Show
- Naagin 7
- TRP Rating
- 1.6 in finale week, average 1.9
- Priyanka's Schedule
- 26 days a month, 12-hour shifts for Naagin, plus Battleground shoots
- Farah Khan's Collaboration
- Fans requested the collaboration for years
- Priyanka's Background
- Six siblings, most in the Army
