The winner of Miss India East 2009, Pooja Chopra, holds a significant position in the world of fashion. She became the first Indian to win the ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ title at the Miss World competition in India. Besides being a beauty queen, Pooja is a talented actress. She also made her acting debut in 2011, with the Tamil film, Ponnar Shankar. Later, the actress got her breakthrough with the film, Commando: A One Man Army.
But behind the glamour and accolades lies deep down a melancholic story of struggle, perseverance, and a mother’s immense support and courage. Pooja is survived by her mom, Neera Chopra and elder sister, Shubhra Chopra. Born in Kolkata, her father wanted a boy and was reluctant to raise another daughter.
Pooja Chopra’s early life and childhood struggles