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Speculation is rife that Priyanka Chopra could be gearing up for another high-profile Hollywood turn, this time as an iconic supervillain. According to
latest reports, Disney+ is developing its own version of the Power Rangers series, and the global streamer’s creative team has reportedly shortlisted Chopra for the role of Rita Repulsa, the franchise’s legendary antagonist. If this materialises further, Priyanka might be looking at her next big commitment after SS Rajamouli's Varanasi.
Priyanka Chopra as Rita Repulsa
While official casting details for the Disney+ series remain tightly under wraps, a source with connections to the Power Rangers universe has sparked excitement among fans. As per The DisInsider , “Rita Repulsa is the villain and the studio has Chopra on their wishlist.” Although this information has not yet been independently confirmed, the buzz alone is enough to prove that our Desi Girl is in the biggest leagues in Hollywood.
If the casting does materialise, it would mark yet another bold move in Chopra’s international career. The actress has never shied away from playing unconventional or morally grey characters. She previously embraced a villainous turn in Baywatch (2017), where her icy performance as Victoria Leeds stood out against the film’s sun-soaked spectacle. Her comfort with darker roles makes her a compelling choice to portray Rita Repulsa, a character known for her theatrical menace and commanding screen presence.
The upcoming Power Rangers series is being shepherded by Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz, the creative duo behind Disney+’s hit fantasy show Percy Jackson and the Olympians. The pair will serve as writers, producers and showrunners, raising expectations for a more character-driven and polished reimagining of the long-running franchise. With Disney+ backing the project, the series is expected to lean into world-building while reinventing familiar characters for a new generation.
Priyanka Chopra's The Bluff pics go viral
Meanwhile, Chopra is already pushing boundaries with her forthcoming action-adventure film The Bluff. The actress steps into completely new territory by playing a fierce pirate in a gritty, R-rated narrative set in the late 1800s. Directed by Frank Ewen Flowers Jr and co-starring Karl Urban, the film promises a raw and brutal take on piracy, far removed from romanticised high-seas adventures.
According to a recent Esquire report, The Bluff is slated to stream on Prime Video from February 25. Chopra recently shared blood-soaked stills from the film, sparking widespread online chatter praising her appetite for intense, physically demanding roles. If she plays a Disney villain next, it will just prove her versatility.
