Actor Priyanka Chopra will team up with actor Rajkummar Rao for the first time for Netflix's upcoming film The White Tiger.
Adapted from Aravind Adiga's prize-winning novel by a similar name, The White Tiger, will likewise highlight debutante Adarsh Gourav. The film to be helmed by Ramin Bahrani will start shooting in India in the not so distant future. Priyanka and Rajkummar will be seen in important roles.
"I'm so excited to work with Ramin Bahrani and Netflix to bring Aravind Adiga's poignant story to cinematic life. When I read the book, I was fascinated with the perspective of the narrative".
"The story's portrayal of raw ambition and the extent one will go to to achieve one's goals is riveting. I look forward to filming this in India this fall and also working along with Rajkummar for the first time and the wonderful cast Ramin is putting together," Priyanka said.
To this, Rajkummar included: "It's an exciting time for actors today and I'm thrilled to be a part of such a world-class project. I've been an admirer of Ramin's work and am excited to see The White Tiger come to life."
Netflix is creating The White Tiger in association with Mukul Deora. Bahrani is additionally composing the screenplay. Priyanka will likewise fill in as the official maker.
The White Tiger pursues the exceptional voyage of an independent man from bistro specialist in a town to a successful business person in a major city.
"I have wanted to make a film of Aravind Adiga's brilliant novel The White Tiger for over a decade. I am grateful to have the opportunity to work with Mukul Deora, Netflix and such an incredible cast on this project," said Bahrani.
