Priyanka Chopra stuns in a shimmering white saree at the Marrakech International Film Festival

Priyanka Chopra shines and shimmers in a white and gold saree at the Marrackech International Film Festival

By Urmimala Banerjee
Published: December 6, 2019 4:22 PM IST

Priyanka Chopra left everyone gobsmacked as she graced the red carpet of the Marrakech International Film Festival in a white saree. She was honoured there for her contribution towards cinema. The celebration of Bollywood started from 2012 in Marrakech. This is the first time an Indian celebrity is getting the honour. A tribute was given to her at the Jemaa El Fna Square. Priyanka Chopra was all smiles as she posed on the red carpet. The actress wore a white and gold saree with a strapless blouse. Pink lips and a bun completed her look. Priyanka Chopra wrote on Instagram, "To think that my career started nearly 20 years ago is surreal. I am honored and proud to be recognized tonight at the Marrakesh Film Festival. Thank you, truly, to everyone who came out to Jemaa el Fna square. #Gratitude. Thank you @melitatoscan @festivaldufilmdemarrakech."

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To think that my career started nearly 20 years ago is surreal. I am honored and proud to be recognized tonight at the Marrakesh Film Festival. Thank you, truly, to everyone who came out to Jemaa el Fna square. #Gratitude. Thank you @melitatoscan @festivaldufilmdemarrakech ❤️

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Priyanka Chopra also received the Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award for her philanthropic work as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for Child Rights. Danny Kaye was an American actor and singer who was known for his work for UNICEF. Priyanka Chopra is one of the most recognized UNICEF ambassadors all over the world. Also Read - Are there issues between Priyanka Chopra, Parineeti Chopra and Mannara Chopra? Bigg Boss 17 star reacts

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Gorgeous ?❤️ #priyankachopra #marakechfilmfestival

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On the professional front, Priyanka Chopra is working on the Netflix Film, The White Tiger which is based on Aravind Adiga's novel of the same name. Stay tuned to BL for more scoops and updates... Also Read - Parineeti Chopra reveals her co-star told her not to be in this profession as she couldn't afford to hire a trainer for weight loss

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ByUrmimala Banerjee
Published: December 6, 2019 4:22 PM IST