Looking back at the old days, we have come a long way in women’s empowerment. Recently, Priyanka Chopra’s mother Madhu Chopra revealed that the actress was not received with open arms in her hometown Bareilly after winning the Miss World Beauty Pageant. Madhu Chopra also spoke about the preconceived notions that existed around beauty pageants and how people thought these competitions only exploited women. Read for more.
What Did Madhu Chopra Reveal?
During a recent interview, Priyanka Chopra’s mother Madhu Revealed recalled the rude treatment that the actress got in her hometown after being honoured with the Miss World crown. Madhu Chopra further said that the people in UP were not ready to welcome PC because they thought that such pageants were only meant to exploit women. The actress’ achievement was not celebrated in her hometown and she was only permitted to celebrate in the Army Cant where no civilians were allowed. Madhu Chopra further expressed disappointment about her daughter’s Miss World win written and talked about across the world except in her hometown.
Madhu Chopra has previously commented on the topic of Nepotism and how talent can beat anything. She has always applauded her daughter’s achievements and how hard-working she is.
On the work front, Priyanka Chopra is currently shooting for Citadel Part 2. The actress has also ended shooting for Bluff. She celebrated Thanksgiving with her family and posted some delicious pictures of the dinner table. PC is enjoying her family time currently and well, she deserves it. It’s honestly sad to know that her achievement was not recognised in a place where she took to the world stage!