Actor Swara Bhasker has officially refuted a viral social media post falsely attributed to her, which appeared to take a jab at Priyanka Chopra Jonas following her appearance at the 2026 Academy Awards. The fabricated tweet surfaced during a wave of online debate regarding Chopra’s reaction to political statements made on the Oscars stage. Oscars 2026: Javier Bardem Joins Priyanka Chopra on Stage To Call for ‘Free Palestine’ and an End to War (Watch Video).

Taking to her verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday (March 18), Bhasker clarified that the screenshot circulating online was a complete fabrication. She accused bad-faith actors of "desperation" and dismissed the attempt to involve her in the ongoing controversy surrounding Chopra.

Swara Bhasker on Fake Tweet Criticising Priyanka Chopra

The fake post, which used a layout identical to Bhasker’s official profile, read: "No matter how much you fake yourself to please some people, one day your real face will come in front of the whole world, and you will face the consequences for it."

Bhasker was quick to set the record straight, stating that she had no part in the message. In her characteristic direct style, she noted that she is "capable of generating (her) own controversies" and does not need others to "implant" her into existing news cycles. She wrote, "I mean I know you guys are OBSESSED with me but.. I’ll give you content na! So yeah.. this supposed tweet of mine is FAKE!"

Swara Bhasker Breaks Silence on Viral Post About Priyanka Chopra

The actor suggested that the fake tweet was created by trolls specifically to mock her and create friction between her and her industry colleague. Bhasker has previously praised Chopra in the past, notably for the Citadel star’s stance on gender equality.

Understanding the Controversy

The root of the friction stems from the 98th Academy Awards held earlier this week. Priyanka Chopra Jonas appeared as a presenter alongside actor Javier Bardem to announce the winner for Best International Feature Film.

During the presentation, Bardem, who wore a "No to War" pin, delivered a brief, unscheduled statement calling for a "Free Palestine" and an end to global conflicts. As Bardem spoke, Chopra was seen nodding and offering what some viewers described as an "awkward" or "lukewarm" smile.

 

The moment immediately went viral, drawing polarised reactions. Some social media users, including political commentator Dhruv Rathee, criticised Chopra for what they termed "privileged neutrality." Critics argued that as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, her reaction lacked the conviction expected for such a significant human rights statement.

Others defended the actress, suggesting she was simply caught off-guard by a co-presenter going off-script during a live, globally televised broadcast. Oscars 2026 After-Party: Priyanka Chopra Dazzles in Backless Sequined Dress, Nick Jonas Calls Her ‘Icon’ (Pics and Video).

While Chopra has not issued a direct statement regarding the backlash, the incident has sparked a wider conversation about the role of global celebrities in geopolitical discourse. Bhasker’s clarification ensures that, despite the viral rumours, she has not officially weighed in on the matter.

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