Bhojpuri actor Dineshlal Yadav Nirahua, at a recent event, spoke about how the Bhojuri film industry, particularly the makers and producers, were reluctant about having Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra produce films for them. Having launched her production house – Purple Pebble Pictures – the actress wasn’t welcomed initially when she produced the Bhojpuri film, Bum Bum Bhole Bol Raha Hai Kashi.
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“Madhu Chopra and Priyanka had sent out a message to those who love Bhojpuri films from all over the world – if you want to see the industry grow and get better, extend your hand, help the industry – but no one came forward. When the Chopras made their first film, Bum Bum Bhole Bol Raha Hai Kashi, there was a massive attempt to drive them away from the industry. Her first experience with Bhojpuri films was not good, but she did not run away and today, all of them want to be associated with her next film and see its release too,” he said.
Ravi Kissen, another Bhojpuri actor, said that it’s human nature to feel insecure when they sense competition. ” I know Priyanka and her mother Madhu Chopra are here to stay and will help in the betterment of the Bhojpuri industry,” he said.
The production company has so far produced five films in Marathi, Sikkimese, and Punjabi, one which (Ventilator) won the National Award.