Priyanka Chahar Choudhary calls ex-Ankit Gupta ‘marriage material’: ‘A very good guy’ | Television News


4 min readMumbaiSep 30, 2026 11:34 AM IST

Actress Priyanka Chahar Choudhary, who rose to fame with Naagin 7, is currently seen on Rise And Fall Season 2. Priyanka, who made her TV debut with the show Udaariyaan, rose to fame after Bigg Boss 16. Other than Priyanka’s strong personality, her bond with Udaariyaan co-star Ankit Gupta was also quite loved by fans. As per reports, Priyanka and Ankit were also secretly dating for years, and the couple broke up last year. In a recent podcast by Balaji Telefilms called Honestly Why Not, Priyanka opened up about her breakup with Ankit. She even revealed that she would like to marry him.

Priyanka Chahar Choudhary on breakup with Ankit Gupta

After keeping their relationship a secret for years, Priyanka Chahar finally opened up about it in the podcast. She even spoke about her breakup for the very first time and said, “It’s between him and me. A lot of times, it’s not necessary for a relationship to be good only when two people are together.”

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Further in the conversation, the host pointed out how ever since Ankit broke up with Priyanka, he has been going through a bad phase professionally. He even asked Priyanka if Ankit is not in the right company, who can guide him in the right direction. Responding to this, the Naagin 7 actress said, “No one can show the other any direction; we both are very mature, have built our lives ourselves, and will do so in the future too. I don’t want to get into what’s going on in his life; all of us are adults, and we have seen life, so we know what needs to be done. One being around the other, guiding them, I don’t think would do anything. He is a very good guy.”

‘I would like to marry Ankit Gupta’

Later in the rapid-fire round, when Priyanka was asked who should with kill, marry, and hook up with from among Abhishek Malhan, Namik Paul, and Ankit Gupta, the actress hesitantly replied that she would kill Abhishek Malhan due to their rivalry from Battleground. She would hook up with her Naagin 7 co-star Namik Paul and would marry Ankit. “I would like to marry Ankit Gupta; he is marriage material for sure,” Priyanka said.  When she was asked if she regretted breaking up with Ankit and who, according to her, can take her place in his life? Priyanka added, “I don’t regret anything in my life; whatever decision I made, it’s fine. And who am I to decide which girl can take my place in his life? Ex ko ex rehne do…”

Priyanka and Ankit met on the sets of Udaariyaan and became very good friends. This friendship later progressed into a liking while they were on Bigg Boss 16. And while they never publicly confirmed dating each other, the two were often spotted together, which led fans to believe so. Now, more than a year after they broke up, Priyanka confirmed their relationship. Back in 2024, while talking to SCREEN about her equation with Ankit, Priyanka had said, “The friendship with Ankit is still there, and it’s so beautiful. There are no ups and downs; we bond really well. We understand each other, and it’s still the same.”

Nawaz Javed Kochra

Nawaz Javed Kochra is a seasoned entertainment journalist at The Indian Express Online, bringing nearly a decade of expertise to the forefront of cultural reporting. With a focus on the television and Over-The-Top (OTT) landscapes, he has established himself as a prominent voice in the industry, known for his high-profile celebrity interviews and insightful coverage of the Indian entertainment sector.
Experience & Career
Nawaz holds a Master of Arts in Communication and Journalism from Mumbai University, providing him with a rigorous academic and ethical foundation. In his 11-year career, he has navigated through several of India’s leading media houses, building a portfolio that spans digital, print, and broadcast media:

The Indian Express: Currently leads coverage of TV and OTT content, producing both written analysis and popular video interview segments.
Former Roles: He began his career at the iconic Stardust Magazine and later held key positions at Zoom TV, Zee Multimedia, MissMalini, Bollywood Bubble, and Raindrop Media.

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Nawaz’s beat is characterized by a blend of exclusive access and trend analysis. His core areas of expertise include:

Reality Television: Specialized coverage of major franchises like Bigg Boss, providing behind-the-scenes insights and winner profiles.
OTT Ecosystem: Tracking the shift from traditional cable to digital streaming platforms, with a focus on web series and digital premieres.
Celebrity Profiles & Interviews: Nawaz is celebrated for his ability to foster candid conversations with industry stalwarts, from music composers like Amaal Mallik to other TV legends.
Investigative Entertainment News: Reporting on sensitive industry developments, including legal disputes and personal stories of resilience within the acting community.

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With a reputation built on years of networking and credible reporting, Nawaz Kochra is a “known face” in the Mumbai media circuit. His work at The Indian Express adheres to the publication’s “Journalism of Courage” standard, ensuring that even entertainment reporting is approached with accuracy, sensitivity, and transparency. His educational background and extensive tenure across diverse media platforms provide him with the authoritative perspective required to analyze the rapid evolution of Indian show business. … Read More

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