Preity Zinta Breaks Silence on Joining Politics: “Being Proud of My Identity Doesn’t Mean Entering Politics”

Preity Zinta, the beloved Bollywood actress and co-owner of the IPL team Punjab Kings, has finally addressed the ongoing speculation about her joining politics. During a candid AMA (Ask Me Anything) session on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, April 28, 2025, Preity made it crystal clear — she has no plans to join any political party, including the BJP.

The buzz around Preity’s political entry started when fans noticed her recent social media posts celebrating Indian culture and traditions. Many assumed that her visits to religious places like the Maha Kumbh hinted at a political future. However, the actress was quick to clarify.

Responding to a fan who directly asked, “Are you gonna join BJP in the near future? Your tweets in the last few months seem like so…#pzchat,” Preity replied firmly:

That’s the problem with people on social media, everybody has become so judgemental off late. As I said earlier, going to a temple / Maha Kumbh and being proud of who I am & my identity does not equate with me joining politics or for that reason BJP. Living outside India has made… https://t.co/34PBYMSC9F

— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) April 28, 2025

“That’s the problem with people on social media, everybody has become so judgemental off late. As I said earlier, going to a temple / Maha Kumbh and being proud of who I am & my identity does not equate with me joining politics or for that reason BJP. Living outside India has made me realise the true value of my home country & like everyone else I do appreciate India & all things Indian much more now.”

Her powerful statement highlights a crucial point about how pride in one’s heritage and culture should not automatically be linked to political ambitions.

Preity Zinta Shares Heartwarming Moment with Virat Kohli

During the same session, Preity also opened up about her viral photos with cricket superstar Virat Kohli after the Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match in Mullanpur. Fans loved the candid moment where both were seen laughing while looking at a phone.

Sharing the backstory, Preity revealed:

“We were showing each other pictures of our children & talking about them! Time does fly… When I first met Virat 18 years ago, he was a spirited teenager buzzing with talent & fire – today he still has that fire & is an icon & a very sweet & doting father.”

The interaction offered a rare glimpse into the personal bond between two beloved figures of Indian sports and cinema.

Preity Zinta Big Bollywood Comeback

On the professional front, Preity Zinta is gearing up for her much-anticipated Bollywood comeback with the film “Lahore 1947.” The historical drama, directed by the acclaimed Rajkumar Santoshi and backed by Aamir Khan Productions, also stars Sunny Deol in a pivotal role.

After taking a break from the film industry post her marriage to Gene Goodenough and relocating to Los Angeles, fans are thrilled to see Preity back on the big screen.

Despite rampant rumors, Preity Zinta has firmly stated she has no political aspirations. Her love for India and its rich traditions is simply an expression of pride — not a political move. Meanwhile, her fans eagerly await her return to Bollywood with Lahore 1947, marking a new chapter in her illustrious career.