Priyanka Chopra Remembers Sridevi on Her Birth Anniversary, Unveils First Look of ‘Empress’ Biography

Priyanka Chopra Jonas remembered legendary actress Sridevi on her birth anniversary with a special tribute, giving fans the first look at the cover of Empress: The Definitive Biography of Sridevi. The upcoming book promises to chronicle the remarkable life, career and enduring legacy of one of Indian cinema's most celebrated performers.

Taking to her Instagram Stories, Priyanka shared the cover of the biography and expressed how deeply Sridevi continues to be missed. Alongside the image, she wrote, “The one and only. You are so missed. Happy heavenly birthday #Sridevi #Empress....coming soon.” Her emotional note added a personal touch to the book announcement, as the film industry continues to remember the iconic actress.

Written by Dhiraj U. Kumarr and published by Westland Books, Empress is positioned as a definitive account of Sridevi's extraordinary journey. The cover also carries a powerful endorsement from Amitabh Bachchan, who describes the late actress as “The epitome of unmitigated talent.” With the book currently listed as “coming soon,” anticipation is already building among admirers of the legendary star.

The biography is expected to explore Sridevi's journey from child artiste to one of the biggest female superstars in Indian cinema. She began acting at just four years old with the 1967 Tamil film Kandhan Karunai and later made her Bollywood debut with Rani Mera Naam in 1972. Over the following decades, she went on to redefine what it meant to be a leading woman in mainstream Indian cinema.

Sridevi's filmography remains packed with unforgettable performances, with titles such as Mr. India, Chandni, Lamhe, Sadma, ChaalBaaz, Nagina, English Vinglish and Mom becoming an integral part of her legacy. Her ability to effortlessly shift between comedy, romance, drama and emotionally intense characters made her a rare screen presence whose popularity crossed languages and generations.

Her personal journey is also an important part of the story. Sridevi married filmmaker Boney Kapoor in 1996, and the couple welcomed daughters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor, both of whom have followed their mother's path into acting. Boney Kapoor also reshared Priyanka's tribute to Sridevi on his Instagram Stories, adding another emotional connection to the announcement of Empress.

Sridevi passed away in Dubai in 2018, leaving behind a career that had already become part of Indian cinematic history. She was honoured with the Padma Shri in 2013, among several other prestigious awards, recognising her immense contribution to the arts and entertainment industry.

Priyanka's tribute arrives as another reminder of Sridevi's remarkable impact on generations of performers. From Amitabh Bachchan's words on the cover to Priyanka calling her “The one and only,” the response surrounding Empress reflects the extraordinary affection and admiration that continues to surround the late superstar.

As Empress: The Definitive Biography of Sridevi prepares for its release, the book could offer audiences a deeper look beyond the superstar image—into the woman, performer and journey behind one of Indian cinema's most enduring icons. For fans who continue to celebrate Sridevi's work, the upcoming biography promises to be a fitting addition to her already unforgettable legacy.