'Varanasi' star Priyanka Chopra celebrates Namrata Shirodkar's birthday with RARE throwback PIC

Priyanka Chopra has extended birthday wishes to her close friend, actor-producer Namrata Shirodkar. The global star dropped an unseen throwback picture with the birthday girl and wished her.

Namrata Shirodkar turned a year older on Thursday, January 22. On the special occasion, Priyanka Chopra took to her Instagram story and shared a rare photo. “Happy birthday, gorgeous,” Priyanka Chopra penned.

Check out the post here:

Mahesh Babu’s wife, Namrata Shirodkar and Priyanka Chopra share a great rapport. They are close friends, and have previously shared a glimpse of them hanging out together.

Mahesh Babu’s birthday note for wife

Mahesh Babu penned a heartfelt note for his wife on Thursday. The actor posted a beautiful photo of his birthday girl, and wished her on the occasion. “Happy birthday NSG… Thank you for holding everything together with so much grace and love… Couldn’t ask for more,” he penned.

Namrata was touched by the sweet note, and she commented, “Love love and more love to you for making my life so so beautiful.”

All about ‘Varanasi’

Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra and Mahesh Babu are sharing screen space in the upcoming film ‘Varanasi’ helmed by SS Rajamouli. The film is slated for release in 2027, and also has Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead role.

In November 2025, the makers dropped a glimpse of 'Varanasi', which grabbed global attention for all the right reasons. "Taking in every bit of the love and energy… Here’s our #Varanasi to the world. Thank you to my fans, media, and everyone who came from far and showered the team with so much affection… See you all again very soon…" Mahesh Babu said while launching the glimpse.

What’s next for Priyanka Chopra?

On the other hand, Priyanka Chopra will be next seen in ‘The Bluff’. She essays the lead role along with Karl Urban. The trailer was launched recently, and SS Rajamouli was all praise for Priyanka Chopra. In a post shared on X, the filmmaker said, “Priyanka is unstoppable and always surprises… What a commanding presence and fiery performance. Looking forward to #TheBluff."Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”