Months after Priyanka Chopra departed from her partnership at SONA, the beloved New York City restaurant announced its permanent closure. The final brunch service will be held on June 30. SONA, known for its modern take on Indian cuisine, opened its doors three years ago with a traditional Indian puja ceremony. The restaurant quickly became a popular destination for celebrities seeking a taste of home. The resto is co-founded with Maneesh Goyal. Priyanka Chopra’s Former NYC Restaurant SONA to Close Down, ‘Final Service’ on June 30.

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Rift Between Priyanka Chopra and Maneesh Goyal?

Rumours swirled after Priyanka's sudden exit from SONA, with some media outlets pointing to a possible disagreement with co-founder Maneesh Goyal. Page Six reported tensions arose around Diwali celebrations. In 2022, they co-hosted a party, but in 2023, Goyal held a separate event, creating a social rift within their South Asian social circle, likened to picking sides in a family dispute. Despite Goyal's public optimism about supporting both parties, Priyanka remained silent on the reason for her departure, leaving the true cause a mystery. Priyanka Chopra Launches Indian Food Restaurant ‘Sona’ in NYC, Performs Puja With Nick Jonas (View Pics).

Why Priyanka Chopra Departed From SONA?

Last year, Priyanka Chopra's spokesperson announced a significant career move for the actor, who had been a partner in SONA since its inception. In a statement provided to People Magazine, the representative conveyed that Priyanka has decided to step away from her partnership at SONA to pursue other aspirations. The spokesperson emphasized that Priyanka's involvement in bringing SONA to fruition had been a source of pride and a landmark achievement in her career.

Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra has been in Australia for several days, filming The Bluff alongside Karl Urban. Directed by Frank E Flowers, the film is slated to stream on Prime Video.

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