Parineeti Chopra is a multifaceted Indian actress and singer who has made a significant impact in the Hindi film industry. Born in Ambala, Haryana, into a Punjabi family, she was raised with a strong sense of values and a passion for the arts.
Her father, Pawan Chopra, is a successful businessman and supplier to the Indian Army at Ambala Cantonment, while her mother, Reena Chopra, is a devoted homemaker. Parineeti's early life was marked by her academic excellence, as she was a very good student and had always dreamed of becoming an investment banker.
In addition to her academic prowess, Parineeti is also a trained Hindustani classical singer, having earned a B.A. Honours in music. She would often perform on stage with her cousin, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and their fathers during her childhood, showcasing her talent and stage presence.
After completing her education, Parineeti initially pursued a career in investment banking, but the 2009 economic recession led her to reconsider her options. She joined Yash Raj Films as a public relations consultant, where she eventually signed a deal to become an actress.
Parineeti's acting debut was a critically acclaimed performance in the 2011 romantic comedy Ladies vs. Ricky Bahl, for which she won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut and received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She went on to star in a string of successful films, including Ishaqzaade, A Pure Desi Romance, and Hasee Toh Phasee, earning her widespread critical acclaim and numerous award nominations.
The first of these films, Ishaqzaade, won her the National Film Award - Special Mention, while the first two earned her two nominations for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. After a three-year hiatus from full-time acting, Parineeti returned to the big screen with the blockbuster comedy Golmaal Again in 2017, cementing her status as one of the most talented and versatile actresses in the Hindi film industry.
