Preity Zinta rejects ‘trophy’ label, wins hearts with response to fan

Preity Zinta, Bollywood actor and co-owner of the Punjab Kings, went viral this week for rejecting the “trophy” label, gracefully responding to a fan’s comment on how women are perceived and earning widespread praise.

A video recently surfaced showing Zinta running toward fans after her team secured a win, handing out photos and jerseys and delighting supporters with her hands-on celebration. A fan later shared the clip, praising the actor and team co-owner by calling her the “real trophy.”

The fan asked Zinta if she had seen a tweet that said Zinta is the real trophy.  “There’s a reason why she hasn’t won a trophy cuz she IS the trophy,” they said.

The actor replied, “Thank you that’s very sweet but honestly speaking no woman wants to be a trophy. Trophy’s are owned women are not! Trophies are kept in glass cupboards and a women’s place is in your life and in your heart.”

Zinta, who is well-known for her PZ Chat series on X, frequently engages with fans, discussing topics such as love, family, respect, children, and her passion for cricket. Her latest interaction drew widespread praise, with fans appreciating her humble and thoughtful response.

Zinta is a prominent actor in India, known for films such as Kal Ho Naa Ho and Jhoom Barabar Jhoom. She married American finance professional Gene Goodenough in 2016, whom she had twins with. The actor also became co-owner of the Punjab Kings in 2008, due to her passion for cricket.