Priyanka Chopra recently featured in a new HSBC advertisement celebrating the richness and nostalgia of Indian food. Sharing the ad on her Instagram, she expressed her deep love for Indian cuisine, highlighting how it evokes memories of home, especially when living abroad. “Nothing reminds us of home more than food, especially when you’re living abroad… our favourite meal and flavours intertwined with our core memories!” she captioned the post.
In the video, Priyanka shares, “I was born in India. I live in America now. I’m a big foodie, food lover. Food is so important for community because it brings people together like nothing else. You move across the world, it’s the food that brings you back to that safety net, it’s the food that makes you feel like you belong to a community.” The ad showcases her meeting with a chef and discussing dishes for three diaspora couples, reflecting on her nickname, Piggy Chops, while enjoying piping hot desi food.
Nostalgia and Homecooked Meals
Priyanka Chopra also reminisced about the comfort and nostalgia associated with home-cooked meals. She particularly mentioned parathas, saying, “Ever since I moved, the one thing that I feel is a sudden craving for a specific Indian food. My grandmother used to make this thing called ghum parathas, for the ghee hidden inside her parathas. I think parathas I just associate with family. I associate with Sunday mornings.” This sentiment resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced the warmth of family meals and the irreplaceable taste of home-cooked food.
Coincidentally, Priyanka shared a picture on her Instagram stories of a bowl full of palak curry topped with cream and a paratha made by her mother, Madhu Chopra. She captioned it, “When you come home to mom after a long day’s shoot,” with heart eyes emoji, showcasing her ongoing connection to her roots and the comfort of home-cooked meals.
Fans Embrace Priyanka’s ‘Desi Girl’ Persona
Fans reacted warmly to Priyanka’s ad, celebrating her as a ‘desi girl’ at heart. One fan commented, “Oh desi girl .. we miss you In India,” while another wrote, “@priyankachopra this is so warm and eloquently presented- speaks for all of us who have left India and try to retreat our memories through food.” The ad not only highlights Priyanka’s love for Indian cuisine but also resonates with the broader experience of the Indian diaspora, who find solace and connection through food.
Priyanka Chopra continues to make waves in both Hollywood and Bollywood. She will soon be seen in films titled The Bluff and Heads of State, further showcasing her versatility and global appeal.