A mispronunciation of Priyanka Chopra's name by a British TV host on 'Good Morning Britain' has sparked backlash online, overshadowing the actress's ongoing success in both Bollywood and Hollywood.
A recent incident on British television has sparked outrage among fans of global icon Priyanka Chopra. During a segment on the show ‘Good Morning Britain’, host Andi Peters stumbled over the pronunciation of Chopra's name, dubbing her 'Chianca Chop Free'. The video of this gaffe quickly went viral on social media, prompting disappointment and anger from PeeCee's loyal fanbase.
In March, Andi Peters visited Madame Tussauds in London for the show, where he struggled to identify the statue of Priyanka Chopra, opting instead for the botched pronunciation. Adil Ray, hosting from the studio, swiftly corrected Peters, highlighting Chopra's stature as an Indian Bollywood actress turned Hollywood star. Despite the correction, Peters brushed off his mistake, claiming familiarity with Chopra as "married to 'that one from the Jonas Brothers'."
The video circulated rapidly online, drawing ire from Chopra's fans who deemed Peters' mispronunciation disrespectful. Many voiced their disappointment, labeling the incident as intentional rather than a mere slip of the tongue. Some fans expressed disbelief and frustration, with one commenting on the apparent rudeness of the error.
Away from the controversy, Priyanka Chopra continues to make waves in the entertainment industry. Her recent appearance in the romantic drama Love Again, alongside Sam Heughan and Celine Dion, garnered attention. Additionally, her upcoming projects include the action-comedy Heads of State, featuring Idris Elba and John Cena, as well as Frank E Flowers' film, The Bluff, alongside Karl Urban.
Despite her international ventures, Chopra remains connected to her Bollywood roots, with a highly anticipated film, Jee Lee Zara, alongside Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif. However, the release of this collaboration has been delayed for undisclosed reasons, leaving fans eagerly awaiting its arrival.
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