Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas turn Oscars into date night, actress stuns in white gown with thigh high slit - PICS

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas turned the 98th Academy Awards into a stylish date night as they walked the red carpet together. Chopra, who is set to turn presenter tonight, commanded attention in an elegant white Dior gown, featuring a dramatic thigh-high slit with feather detailing.

She topped the look off with a stunning diamond and sapphire necklace.

Jonas complemented her look in a classic velvet double-breasted suit with a bowtie.

The couple posed for photographers and shared affectionate moments on the red carpet. Nick also stepped aside to let his wife show off her gown and have fun on the red carpet on Hollywood’s biggest night.Before hitting the red carpet, Nick posted a note that read, "If you see me drinking water outside of the Oscars, it’s because it’s 85 degrees in Los Angeles today."

He also won hearts of desi fans by wearing a Kalava, a sacred red and yellow thread traditionally tied around the wrist, adding a subtle cultural touch to his look.Before their big appearance, Priyanka gave fans a look at all the chaos before the ceremony. Taking to her social media handle, she sared a behind-the-scenes video from her dressing room, that gave fans a glimpse of a white gown with a personalised tag. Meanwhile, her stylist raced against the clock to make final adjustments and alterations to the outfit. This is the third time that Priyanka has opted for a white gown at the Oscars. The actress previously wore white to the Academy Awards in 2016 and opted for shades of white and gold the next year in 2017.