Priyanka Chopra Is The Perfect Role Model For South Asian-Americans | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Celebrities

6 Reasons Priyanka Chopra Is The Perfect Role Model For South Asian-Americans

She taught me that it's considered "cool" to show others where I'm from and to be proud of my two cultures.

355
Priyanka out and about

In This Article:

Recently, Priyanka Chopra has been in the news for her marriage with Nick Jonas. But what is she really known for? What is her impact on South Asian Americans?

1. She is one of the few South Asian people represented in Hollywood

When you look at the different cultures represented in Hollywood over the year, it's no secret that White actors are primarily shown in movies. Until recently, there haven't been many colored actors that shared half as much of the fame as non-colored people have had over the years. Priyanka Chopra is now one of the few South Asian actors, specifically, represented in Hollywood and people actually enjoy seeing her on screen! Colored people are talented? WHAT?? I know, it's pretty weird to think that but hey, not our fault South Asians are extremely talented. I mean, have you ever heard of Bollywood? I'll let you Google it now.

2. She shows the balance between American and Indian culture

Every South Asian-American knows that finding that perfect balance between American and Indian culture is near to impossible. I mean when you think about it, how do you live a "normal life" in America when you're from a completely different country? I think this a struggle that all first-generation South Asian-Americans face and Priyanka shows us that we're not alone! She taught me that it's considered "cool" to show others where I'm from and to be proud of my two cultures!

3. She is not afraid to show where she is from

There have been times when Priyanka was interviewed in America and was asked what India is like and what's so special about Bollywood. If I were to answer that question, I would say that Bollywood tries to copy Hollywood movies in areas especially like stunts in movies. Notice how I said that Bollywood tries to copy Hollywood? Priyanka would say that Bollywood stands out from the rest and praises its strengths and differences. She makes me feel proud to be from India because it is different and it's okay to be different. When I was in elementary school, I would be bullied for being Indian. I developed a huge insecurity for being Indian and I tried my absolute best to be as "American" as possible. I'm so glad that people like Priyanka, are showing South Asian-American kids now that it's okay to be from a different culture and you should be proud to show where you are from!

4. She was crowned Miss World!

As Miss World, she helped a lot of people voluntarily. She showed so many boys and girls that as citizens of the world, our job is to help each other. Whether it be in your own community or across the globe, do your best in helping others. By doing so, we can make the world a better place. Priyanka was one of the few South Asian people who was crowned as Miss World and she inspired many girls like me to reach for my dreams.

5. She broke Asian stereotypes

For many people, they think Indians have many stereotypes. Some of these include looking or smelling a certain way, being super smart, lacking beauty, etc. A lot of people think that Asians have no talent, especially in creative fields like cinema. It's really amazing to see artists like Hassan Minhaj, Mindy Kaling, and others come out and show America that South Asians have talent in all areas. They also prove to so many South Asians that being in the creative field should be just as respected as being a research scientist or a software engineer. As a result, more South Asian-Americans are joining the arts and becoming musicians, singers, actors and so much more. I can't wait for the day when more colored people are represented in cinema.

6. She showed us that you don't have to be married by a certain age

For many South Asians, there's a certain age that you must be married by. Once you've graduated college and started your job, the next big step is marriage. Of course, once you're married you have to quit your job and take care of your husband and children 24/7. It's just how it's always been and actually, in the olden days, it was a shame to have a daughter. Many people used to see women as worthless and that their job is to solely reproduce children. Priyanka Chopra, as well as other famous South Asian women, have taught us that you don't have to be married by a certain age and that you should be proud of being a woman. Women are so powerful and there's finally more attention to feminist-related topics. Women shouldn't have to believe that they live just to reproduce or just to take care of her husband. In fact, women have the capability to do anything they set their mind to and Priyanka shows us that every day.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
an image of taylor swift standing center stage surrounded by her backup dancers in elegant peacock esque outfits with a backdrop of clouds and a box rising above the stage the image captures the vibrant aesthetics and energy of her performance during the lover era of her eras tour
StableDiffusion

A three-and-a-half-hour runtime. Nine Eras. Eleven outfit changes. Three surprise songs. Zero breaks. One unforgettable evening. In the past century, no other performer has put on an electric performance quite like Taylor Swift, surpassing her fans ‘wildest dreams’. It is the reason supporters keep coming back to her shows each year. Days later, I’m still in awe of the spectacle ‘Miss Americana’ puts on every few days in a new city. And, like one of Taylor’s exes, has me smiling as I reminisce about the memories of the night we spent together.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

80389
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

8594
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments