Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ upcoming project “The White Tiger” is a powerful film that will entertain viewers and make them uncomfortable at the same time. Netflix, directed by Ramin Bahrani of Fahrenheit 451 and 99 Homes fame, is an adaptation of the 2008 novel of the same name by Arvind Adiga. On Friday, the actor took to Twitter and shared the first look of the film, which also stars Rajkummar Rao and is the debut of newcomer Adarsh Gaurav.
Based on The New York Times bestseller and 2008 Man Booker Prize-winning novel, directed and written by Ramin Bahrani, The White Tiger is very proud to present its first look. (1/5) pic.twitter.com/Q9DJYKNbZr
– Priyanka (@ PriyankaChopra) October 15, 2020
Chopra Jonas tweeted, “It’s a story about a family and a man’s plight – one of the most talented newcomers I’ve ever worked with, played by Adarsh Gaurav.
The 38-year-old film depicts the rise of a successful businessman in India from the poor villagers of Balram, showing how hunger and lack of opportunity builds and drives man’s “survival instinct”.
“Rajkummar Rao, who is already one of India’s most prolific actors, demonstrates just a few depths. The film is powerful. It makes you uncomfortable and most importantly it makes you happy.
In this film, Chopra Jonas plays Pinky Madame, a first generation immigrant in the US.
“She’s in India with her husband. She’s traveling for business. And then … Life changes! Pinky Madame is such a particular character. It’s so nice to have her unwrapped in the story.
“This is a story that needs to be told and it is forced into the hands of Ramin with her characters alive,” the 38-year-old actor added.
The White Tiger has been produced in collaboration with streaming giant Mukul Deora. Chopra Jonas and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay serve as executive producers.
