Priyanka Chopra humbled to receive Padma Shri

Priyanka Chopra has expressed her joy at being awarded a Padma Shri.

Chopra and Ajay Devgn were confirmed yesterday to be recipients of the prestigious national gong.

She said, “Being awarded the Padma Shri from the Government of India is a great honour and I am humbled to receive it. I am the daughter of Indian Defence Services…. the child of 2 army officers, which makes this so much more special to me. I know that this Award would have made my father very proud of me. My congratulations to the other awardees of this year. I am privileged to be a part of such an illustrious list of achievers.

To be a part of this century old Indian Cinema, for more than a decade has been a fantastic journey. I have grown not only as an actor but also as an individual. I share this honour with all my co stars, directors, technicians and everyone who has been part of this journey with me.

There is so much I have to be grateful for and I have strived to give back in any way that I can. I will continue my efforts to bring pride to My country wherever I am and in the best possible way.”