Parineeti Chopra Enters Web Series Space with Netflix's 'Shaque'

Mumbai, India - Actress Parineeti Chopra is set to make her mark in the web series space with Netflix's 'Shaque', a crime-thriller series that starts streaming on Netflix from Thursday. The show, which marks Chopra's foray into the series format, will feature her in the role of a mother in search of her missing child.

For 'Shaque', Chopra drew inspiration from her personal experiences, although she clarified that the show is not based on real life events. The actor, who welcomed her son in October last year, revealed that she discovered she was pregnant midway through the shoot of the show.

The crime-thriller show is directed by Rensil D'Silva, who also serves as the creator, along with Siddharth P. Malhotra. Produced by Malhotra and Sapna Malhotra under Alchemy Productions.

'Shaque' also stars Tahir Raj Bhasin, Soni Razdan, Harleen Sethi, Jennifer Winget, Sumeet Vyas, Anup Soni, and Chaitanya Choudhry.

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Chopra's return to the screen comes after a period of relative quiet. During which she faced a setback with one of her films not performing well. However, reports suggest that her previous film, 'Chamkila', has helped to revive her career and rekindle interest in her work.

Interestingly, the success of 'Chamkila', a film inspired by the life of Amar Singh Chamkila, a prominent Indian politician, had a profound impact on Chopra's career. The film, which was released in 2020, marked a significant milestone in Chopra's acting journey, and her performance in the film was widely praised.

Chopra's association with 'Chamkila' also drew parallels with the life of Imtiaz Ali. A renowned Indian filmmaker, who had also faced a setback with one of his films not performing well.

However, Ali's perseverance and dedication to his craft eventually paid off, and he went on to create some of the most critically acclaimed films in Indian cinema.

Chopra's involvement in 'Shaque' marks a significant milestone in her career, and fans are eagerly awaiting her return to the screen. With its talented cast and gripping storyline, 'Shaque' is shaping up to be a compelling addition to Netflix's lineup of original content.

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As the show prepares to hit the streaming platform, fans are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to see Chopra bring her unique energy to the role of a mother searching for her missing child. With its talented cast and gripping storyline, 'Shaque' is set to be a must-watch for fans of crime-thriller series.

The show's release on Netflix has generated significant buzz. With fans eagerly anticipating the opportunity to see Chopra take on a new role.

Interestingly, the show's creators have cited the influence of the Narcos series, a popular crime-thriller series, on the show's storyline and tone.