Desk Correspondent , Mumbai - Three-time Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej has come out in strong support of Priyanka Chopra Jonas, stating that the actress and producer is "not celebrated enough" in her home country despite her unprecedented success on the global stage. In a recent interaction, the acclaimed composer expressed his admiration for Priyanka's journey, noting that her transition from being a Bollywood superstar to a household name in Hollywood is an achievement that few can truly comprehend or replicate. Kej argued that while India is proud of her, the sheer scale of her impact on international pop culture often goes under-recognized by the Indian masses and industry alike.

Kej highlighted that Priyanka had to "start from scratch" in a foreign industry at the peak of her Indian career—a move he considers incredibly courageous. He pointed out that she didn't just land "token" roles but successfully anchored major American television series like Quantico and high-budget films like Citadel, while also becoming a prominent voice for South Asians in the global entertainment hub. "To maintain your identity while conquering a whole new world is a feat that deserves a much higher level of domestic celebration," Kej remarked, adding that she has paved the way for future Indian artists more than anyone else in recent history.

The musician’s comments have sparked a fresh debate among fans and film critics regarding the "Indian perspective" on global success. While some agree that the Indian industry can sometimes be indifferent to those who move to the West, others believe she remains one of India’s most beloved exports. Priyanka, who has been busy with her international projects and her production house, Purple Pebble Pictures, has often spoken about the "glass ceiling" she had to break in Hollywood. With a global figure like Ricky Kej lending his voice to her cause, the conversation has shifted toward how India honors its icons who transcend geographical and cultural boundaries.