Mar 18, 2026 3:49pm IST
Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt Named In The NatGeo’s ‘Changemakers’ 2026 List
Priyanka Chopra who was seen as a presenter at the Oscars 2026 has achieved one more milestone. She was named as one of the 33 “changemakers” in the 2026 National Geographic 33 list. The actress was chosen to celebrate her advocacy for global healthcare accessibility. She worked towards addressing diabetes in India. The actress highlighted how early detection can help people lead healthier and fruitful lives. She spoke about Type 1 diabetes on her platform.
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Priyanka Chopra was chosen alongside actors like Ewan McGregor and Alia Bhatt. The actress has spoken up about the stigmas around Type 1 diabetes in India. The country has a high population with many children and teens having Type 1 diabetes. The actress shared a video about early diagnosis about Type 1 diabetes that got 279 million views. Her work also includes a $500,000 investment to support diabetes ambassadors in India.
As we know, Priyanka Chopra’s husband Nick Jonas is also living with Type 1 diabetes. His condition was diagnosed early on in life and he has managed his condition well to live a fulfilling life as a human and an artist.
Alia Bhatt has worked a lot towards climate awareness. She has a brand that creates sustainable and affordable clothes for kids. The actress also promotes a zero plastic lifestyle. She was also the producer of "Poacher," a movie that talks about crimes committed against wildlife.
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