Priyanka Chopra Jonas Returns to Oscars After 9 Years in High Slit Dress

The most significant evening in Hollywood grew even grander as stars such as Alicia Silverstone and Gwyneth Paltrow made their highly anticipated returns to the 2026 Oscars, following absences of over ten years. Now, Priyanka Chopra Jonas also joins this exclusive group of major Academy Awards reappearances.

The former Quantico star arrived at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, looking stunning, signifying her initial Oscars attendance in nine years. The actress commanded attention on the red carpet in a white Dior dress, featuring a strapless design, a ruched bodice, and ruffled black-and-white tulle embellishments bordering a high leg slit. Merely hours prior to her arrival, Jonas playfully hinted at her appearance to her 94.3 million Instagram followers, sharing a candid backstage video on her Story that showed her gown being adjusted. “Last minute.com,” she captioned the clip. Her ensemble was further enhanced by an eye-catching Bvlgari diamond-and-emerald collar necklace from the Eclettica High Jewelry collection.

Jonas unveiled a few beauty surprises, styling her lengthy brunette hair into side-parted, Old Hollywood-esque finger curls. Her look was completed with a luminous complexion (achieved with Dr. Althea products), shimmering eyeshadow, and a rich, brick-hued lipstick.

The Baywatch luminary’s stunning appearance was perfected by the presence of her dashing husband, Nick Jonas, serving as her arm candy. The “Sucker” singer looked impeccable in a black velvet tuxedo paired with a bow-tie.

Priyanka is set to appear on stage this evening to present a coveted golden statuette to a fortunate recipient. She joins an esteemed roster of presenters, featuring notable names such as Adrien Brody, Kieran Culkin, Mikey Madison, Zoe Saldaña, Javier Bardem, Demi Moore, Chris Evans, Chase Infiniti, Hathaway, and Paltrow, among others.

Priyanka’s previous attendance at the event was in 2017, where she donned a quilted white-and-silver gown. This Ralph & Russo couture design showcased a strapless neckline, an open back, side cutouts, a form-fitting shape, and a floor-length skirt. She complemented the ensemble with a sparkling bangle on each wrist and coordinating drop earrings. To complete her look, Priyanka wore her luxuriant hair down and sleek, parted to the side, and opted for radiant makeup.

Priyanka had only attended the Oscars once prior to this occasion. Her initial appearance was in 2016, when she debuted in a trendsetting white floral “naked” dress. She accessorized the transparent gown with diamond jewelry and a glossy clutch. Priyanka was also tasked with presenting that year, taking the stage alongside Liev Schreiber to declare the victor for Best Film Editing.