'You're A Hypocrite', Priyanka Chopra Receives Severe Backlash For Supporting Iran Protesters
Global actress Priyanka Chopra's post about the protests in Iran has triggered a controversy on social media.
Priyanka Chopra, who left India to be with her husband Nick Jonas in the US, is known for not just acting but also for actively participating in events of the United Nations and UNICEF.
The actress, who in 2000 won the Miss World beauty pageant often speaks up for girl empowerment, girl child rights, gender issues, and the importance of education on global platforms.
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Priyanka Chopra recently interviewed US Vice President Kamala Harris after representing India at the UN General Assembly (UNGA). From abortion laws to equal pay, the actress discussed some of the most important issues with Harris during their interaction.
Amid the ongoing Iran protests, Priyanka Chopra aka PeeCee has lent her support to the courageous women of Iran and has also encouraged people to add their voices to this movement that erupted after following the death of a young woman named Mahsa Amini.
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On Friday, Priyanka triggered a controversy with her remarks on the ongoing Iran protests. While many in India lauded the actress for taking a stand, others questioned the actress for ignoring similar issues rampant in India.
Taking to Twitter, a user wrote, "Priyanka Chopra¡¯s concern for Iranian women is hugely appreciated, but her silence on Bilkis Bano and the state-enabled persecution of Muslims, especially marginalised women in her home country, India is worth introspection ?"
Priyanka Chopra¡¯s concern for Iranian women is hugely appreciated, but her silence on Bilkis Bano and the state enabled persecution of Muslims, especially marginalised women in her home country, India is worth introspection ?
¡ª Rana Ayyub (@RanaAyyub) October 7, 2022
Another said, "Celebrities can¡¯t gain woke points by speaking about issues outside of their country, while simultaneously ignoring similar issues that are rampant in India." While a third person on the micro-blogging platform wrote, "Priyanka Chopra comes out in support of everyone except Indians."
Celebrities can¡¯t gain woke points by speaking about issues outside of their country, while simultaneously ignoring similar issues that are rampant in India.
¡ª Andre Borges (@borges) October 8, 2022
"Your activism of convenience is pukeworthy. This means nothing when you choose to look away from the plight of hijabi women in India who are denied education for wearing a piece of cloth over their head, harassed by hindutva goons and state. You are a Hypocrite!" another wrote tagging @priyankachopra on Twitter.
.@priyankachopra your activism of convenience is pukeworthy. This means nothing when you choose to look away from the plight of hijabi women in India who are denied education for wearing a piece of cloth over their head, harassed by hindutva goons and state. You are a Hypocrite! pic.twitter.com/Rkv9PpG6ZR
¡ª Nabiya Khan | ???? ??? (@NabiyaKhan11) October 7, 2022
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Regardless of what the choice is, women should have a right to make that choice for themselves. Supporting one form of activism while ignoring or undermining another is still just supporting the oppressors. https://t.co/U4HnIXqIg7
¡ª Elizabeth Dakins (@elizabethpink) October 8, 2022
If Priyanka Gandhi went to Hathras rape case, why didn't she go to Jharkhand rape case. Why not in Lakhimpur https://t.co/rRQFno3nOC
¡ª shubham (@shubham7781811) October 8, 2022
She doesn't support #Sikhs either and sympathized with the one who committed genocide against my people https://t.co/uDbEjMaiys pic.twitter.com/tMusz2QAgI
¡ª The Pacifist Rebel (@pacifistrebel) October 8, 2022
Priyanka Chopra tells people to ¡°stop shouting¡± when they bring up her silence in Kashmiris fighting for their right to self-determination.
¡ª Humma Andleeb (@HummaAndleeb) October 8, 2022
The Indian army rape and abuse Kashmiri women daily but Priyanka is selective about which women are deserving of her activism. https://t.co/eFPBJbR9am
your activism of convenience is pukeworthy.// ?? https://t.co/BIhWhoFsBO
¡ª ?????. | COU??TER ????? | 1.5¡ãc (@PrivateVinodhR) October 8, 2022
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Meanwhile, on the work front, PeeCee will be next seen in the upcoming Hindi film 'Jee Le Zara' to be directed by Farhan Akhtar. The film also stars actresses Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif in lead roles.
Priyanka was also seen attending the Global Citizen Festival with her husband Nick Jonas in the US recently. The two left their fans in awe as they shared a kiss onstage at the Global Citizen Festival.
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