Global superstar Priyanka Chopra praised renowned director Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy earlier this week after discovering that the latter will be in charge of the upcoming Star Wars movie But later faced criticises from Pakistani actor adnan siddiqui.
The Oscar-winning director was complimented by the Citadel star for being the “first woman of colour” and “South Asian” to direct a Star Wars movie on her Instagram Story.
Adnan Siddiqui Criticises Priyanka Chopra
A few Pakistani celebrities, including Adnan Siddiqui and Goher Mumtaz, expressed their disapproval of Chopra by referring to her as “South Asian” as opposed to a Pakistani, despite the fact that most people admired her affection for her “friend.”
“With due respect, Priyanka Chopra, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy is a Pakistani first, just to brush up on your knowledge,” began Siddiqui in a tweet. “Much like the way you flaunt your Indian nationality whenever you get the opportunity before claiming to be a South Asian,” continued the Mom actor.
With due respect, @priyankachopra . Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy is a Pakistani first just to brush up your knowledge. Much like the way you flaunt your Indian nationality whenever you get the opportunity before claiming to be a South Asian.?? pic.twitter.com/B7wy8gD8QB
— Adnan Siddiqui (@adnanactor) April 14, 2023
Mumtaz, a musician from Pakistan, added his voice to the criticism and urged Chopra to be more politically sensitive by mentioning Obaid-Chinoy’s citizenship.
The Teri Yaad singer said, “It’s a great accomplishment, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, but it would be wonderful if you [Priyanka Chopra] could write Pakistani director.” “Indians are great people, they wouldn’t mind you for not being politically correct for a bit,” he continued.
Three new live-action Star Wars movies, with Oscar-winning directors James Mangold and Dave Filoni attached, were revealed by Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy on April 7.
Daisy Ridley will reprise her role as Rey in Obaid-Chinoy’s movie, which will take place after the events of The Rise of Skywalker and follow her as she creates a new Jedi Order. The script was written by Peaky Blinders’ Steven Knight.
The undertaking represents several turning points for the series, including Obaid-Chinoy becoming the first female and person of colour to helm a past and upcoming Star Wars film.
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