Priyanka Chopra Jonas, the global icon who has carved a niche for herself in both Bollywood and Hollywood, recently faced a misspelling of her name by a British TV host, sparking outrage among her fans.
The incident occurred when a British television personality, Andy Peters, reportedly referred to Chopra as “Chianca Chop Free” during a show. This butchered pronunciation did not sit well with Chopra’s loyal fanbase, who took to social media to express their disapproval.
Fans flooded social media platforms with remarks condemning Peters’ mispronunciation. One fan commented, ‘Chianca Chop Free’ is absolute madness,” highlighting the absurdity of the mangled name. Another pointed out Chopra’s achievements, stating, “Someone needs to tell Andy Peters at least Priyanka Chopra has earned her place in Madame Tussaud’s because he hasn’t.” This comment underscores Chopra’s international recognition and success. Some fans point out that it is done deliberately and this might be ‘rehearsed, rude, and racist’. One fan commented that Priyanka has made her name in Bollywood as well as Hollywood this is so bad that a TV host pronounced her name like this (Chianca Chop Free)
The sentiment echoed across social media, with many fans expressing disappointment with Peters. One user wrote, “I used to like Andy – not anymore!” indicating a shift in perception due to the incident.
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While the extent of Peters’ response or apology (if any) remains unclear, the incident highlights the importance of respecting names and pronunciations, especially for celebrities who have built their careers on a global platform.