In an era of ring-shy men, Nick Jonas' mangalsutra bracelet is more than just fashion

In a world where some men 'forget' their wedding rings at home, Nick Jonas' mangalsutra bracelet is a loud-yet-subtle declaration of love and commitment.

Pop icon Nick Jonas, fondly called ‘jiju’ by Indian fans, broke the internet once again. But this time, it wasn’t for praising his wife, global star Priyanka Chopra. It was for a quiet gesture. One that spoke louder than words.

Nick Jonas shared a video of himself making a Bloody Mary for Priyanka Chopra, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film, The Bluff. The cocktail was a nod to the character she plays in the movie, Ercell “Bloody Mary” Bodden.

But that’s not what broke the internet. It was the delicate accessory dangling from his wrist: a mangalsutra bracelet.

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Traditionally, women wear the mangalsutra. It is a marker of a Hindu woman’s marital status, tied around the bride’s neck by the groom during the wedding ceremony. Over the years, the auspicious thread of black beads has evolved into a fashion statement. It comes festooned with personalised pendants featuring initials, zodiac sign symbols, and exquisite diamond arrangements.

Each time a Bollywood actress gets married, the mangalsutra draws intense attention. What design did she choose? Is it modern or neo-traditional? Zoomed-in photos of the piece flood social media. Sonam Kapoor opted for a zodiac sign mangalsutra, while Alia Bhatt got an infinity sign added to hers.