Indian Hockey Star Picks Chopra for Film

Indian hockey icon Savita Punia has revealed her choice for who should play her if a film were ever made about her life: Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Punia, affectionately known as the 'Wall of Indian hockey,' feels Chopra has the capacity to authentically represent her career.

Punia, who holds the record for the most international appearances by an Indian woman hockey player with 326 caps, shared this preference in a recent interview. She noted Chopra's past success in portraying athletes, referencing her role as boxer Mary Kom.

With a career spanning over two decades, Punia has been instrumental in advancing women's hockey in India. Her contributions have been recognized with the prestigious Padma Shri award, acknowledging her impact on the sport.

Beyond her athletic achievements, Punia's life has been marked by personal resilience, balancing her sporting ambitions with early childhood responsibilities. She also shared that reading and listening to music are among her preferred leisure activities.