Priyanka Chabra

Priyanka Chabra is a film producer and director known for her work in Hindi cinema, primarily through her company, Purple Pebble Pictures. Established in 2015, the production house has a distinct focus on promoting regional Indian cinema and providing a platform for new talent, both in front of and behind the camera. Her career trajectory shifted from a background in advertising and marketing to film production, aiming to tell diverse, content-driven stories often overlooked by mainstream commercial circuits. A significant contribution of Purple Pebble Pictures has been its slate of films in languages such as Bhojpuri, Marathi, Sikkimese, and Assamese, helping to bring these regional narratives to a wider audience. Notable productions include the National Film Award-winning Marathi film 'Ventilator' (2016), which was a critical and commercial success, and the Sikkimese film 'Pahuna: The Little Visitors' (2017). Her work often explores social themes and human-interest stories, emphasizing strong scripts and authentic performances. By championing regional cinema and new directors, she has contributed to the diversification of India's cinematic landscape, supporting an ecosystem beyond the major film hubs. Her role as a producer who actively seeks out and nurtures unconventional projects marks her influence in the industry as a facilitator of inclusive storytelling.