Priyanka Chopra Details "Last Minute" Fashion Fix Before 2026 Oscars

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Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas Turn Oscars 2026 Into Date Night

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is feeling so cool, calm and collected now that's she's made her return to the Oscars—and notably, without any fashion mishaps.

Before her arrival at the 98th Academy Awards—which marks Priyanka's first appearance since making her debut at the award show in 2016—the Bluff actress shared a glimpse into her red carpet preparations. And as it turned out, the prep was anything but smooth as Priyanka detailed the "multitasking chaos" that she experienced on March 15.

After getting her hair and nails done at the same time, Priyanka required some unexpected dress alterations—and she couldn't help but joke about the less-than-ideal timing. In a post on her Instagram Story, she wrote, "last minute.com" beneath video of her stylist cutting a piece of fabric from her dress.

But the hard work paid off as Priyanka—who is slated to present at the Oscars—eventually delivered a show-stopping style moment on the red carpet, with husband Nick Jonas by her side.

For the star-studded event, the 43-year-old went for a bridal look, wearing a strapless white Dior gown that featured a sweetheart neckline, ruched waistline and ruffled tulle leg slit. She completed her outfit with a pair of pointed-toe black heels and a thick Bvlgari diamond and emerald necklace.

As for her musician husband, Nick 33, opted for a traditional look, wearing a velvet black tuxedo and a bowtie. (For every star on the Oscars 2026 red carpet, see here.)

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The couple’s date night follows their last red carpet outing in February at the world premiere of Priyanka’s new Prime Video show The Bluff. Prior to that, the pair—who got married in 2018—attended the 2026 Golden Globes together.

While they certainly do enjoy getting glammed up for a night out, the couple has also been loving life with their 4-year-old daughter Malti Marie. In fact, Priyanka recently shared that Malti already has a curiosity about what her parents do for a living.

“She’s been on set with me since she was one year old,” the Quantico alum told E! News last month. “She traveled when she was six months, she’s been on tour with my husband and she’s very exposed to what the job is.”

“We’ve tried to just normalize it for her,” Priyanka shared. “Like, every parent has a job, Mama makes movies. This is a set, this is crafty [craft services] and this is our first AD, and this is our producer and hair and makeup does this.”

“She’s seen the different departments, and I think she really loves coming to set with me,” she added. “Her fascination and curiosity is just so much fun.”

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And even though Malti is young, Priyanka already has some words of advice for her daughter, should she pursue a career in entertainment one day.

“Focus on yourself and what your contribution is instead of all the noise,” she said. “There can be so much distraction and pressure that comes from it. I think just focusing on your craft helps and protects you to be good at what you do.”

Priyanka and Nick weren't the only couple who attended the 2026 Oscars. Keep reading to see who else walked the red carpet together...

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Rose Byrne & Bobby Cannavale

in Christian Dior (Rose).

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Zinzi Coogler & Ryan Coogler 

in custom Louis Vuitton.

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Sandra Delgado & Wagner Moura

in custom Zegna (Wagner).

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Cary Elwes & Lisa Marie Kubikoff 

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Spike Lee & Tonya Lewis Lee 

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Tash Moseley & Wunmi Mosaku

in custom Louis Vuitton (Wunmi).

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Ed Harris & Amy Madigan

in Dior (Amy).

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Molly Sims & Scott Stuber

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Ben Falcone & Melissa McCarthy

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Jimmy Kimmel & Molly McNearney

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Ethan Hawke & Ryan Hawke

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Kirsten Dunst & Jesse Plemons 

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Paul Mescal & Gracie Abrams

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Alba Baptista & Chris Evans 

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Usher & Jennifer Goicoechea

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Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos

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Josh Dallas & Ginnifer Goodwin

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Priyanka Chopra & Nick Jonas 

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Liza Powel O'Brien & Conan O'Brien

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Stephanie Allynne & Tig Notaro 

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Emily V. Gordon & Kumail Nanjiani 

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Natalie McQueen & Josh Groban 

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