Priyanka Chopra, Disha Patani, Anushka Sharma have THIS thing in common
Priyanka Chopra
On 79th Independence Day, here’s a look at Bollywood stars who hail from army families. Priyanka Chopra is a proud daughter of Dr Ashok Chopra and Dr Madhu Chopra. Both of them served in Indian Army as doctors. The actress has often spoken about her parents and how she can connect with military families. In one of her social media posts, she had written, Both my parents served in the Indian Army… and maybe that’s why I feel such a kinship with military families all over the world. Today let’s think of all the fallen heroes that have given their lives in service to protect our freedom.
Anushka Sharma
Anushka Sharma’s father is Colonel (retired) Ajay Kumar Sharma. In one of the interviews with TOI, she once revealed that she was just 11 when her father fought in Kargil War. She was also quoted saying, I take pride in saying that I am an army officer’s daughter even more than being an actor.
Disha Patani
The Baaghi actress’ father is retired SP Jagadish Singh Patani. He may not have been in army, but he has equally served the nation and she is a proud daughter.
Sushmita Sen
Sushmita Sen’s father, Shubeer Sen, is a former Indian Air Force Wing Commander. She once revealed that he father wanted her to be an IAS officer.
Rakul Preet Singh
Rakul Preet Singh’s father is Kulvinder Singh, a retired Indian Army officer. He reportedly served in the Regiment of Artillery. On Father’s Day, she had penned a note that read, Kulvinder Singh, is a retired Indian Army officer. He served in the Regiment of Artillery.
Lara Dutta
Actress Lara Dutta’s father LK Dutta was Wing Commander L.K. Dutta of the Indian Air Force. He passed away at the age of 84 this year.
Preity Zinta
Actress Preity Zinta’s father Durganand Zinta was an officer in Indian Army. He passed away when she was just 13 years old, say reports.
Nimrat Kaur
Nimrat Kaur’s father, Bhupendra Singh, was Indian Army officer. He was awarded with Shaurya Chakra. He was reportedly kidnapped by terrorists in Kashmir and assassinated.
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