Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra has been invited to become the Grand Marshall and guest of honour at the prestigious New York India Day Parade 2015. The NRIs on August 16 will gather in New York from all across North America to celebrate the independence of India. The “Ishaqzaade” star will be sharing this dais with super achievers from the NRI community, and will be interacting with them. Parineeti, 26, will also be ringing the opening trade bell at Nasdaq, apart from other key event appearances.
The Actress has said “Representing India at the India Day Parade on the 16th of August at Madison Avenue at 11 a.m.!!! Come meet me New York”.
Points to Note
- Actress Priyanka Chopra is the cousin of Parineeti Chopra.
- Parineeti Chopra has a triple honours degree in business, finance and economics fromManchester Business School in the United Kingdom.
- Among Chopra’s film awards are a National Film Award – Special Mention for Ishaqzaade (2012) and a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for Ladies vs Ricky Bahl.
- In addition to acting in films, Chopra is active in charity work and supports a number of causes.
