New Delhi:
Bollywood actor Priyanka Chopra, is all set to debut in another field -- the music industry.
Insiders are aware that Priyanka is a trained western-classical singer. She even taken to the stage at a show in Holland, circa 2007. Her performance was very appreciated, with many admitting she was way better than they had previously thought.
And now the former Miss World has signed on with the Universal Music Group (UMG), one of the world's largest record production companies, and Desi Hits!, a leading music company which specializes in Indo-Asian fusion, to record and distribute her debut album. The deal was signed through Interscope Records and Island Records in the UK
On Twitter, Priyanka shows her excitement with these successive tweets:
"A long cherished dream is now taking flight and I am so very excited!"
"I've already started working on the album.It's scary but so very exciting & I'm counting on UR support as I begin this exciting new journey."
"Music has always been a passion and now I have been given the opportunity to share it with the world. Wish me luck..."
"It has been a long cherished dream which is finally coming true".
This also marks the first time a leading worldwide star has signed on with Desi Hits!--previously, the company was hired to remix popular tracks by Britney Spears and Lady GaGa, which subsequently did exceedingly well in the subcontinent.
"Priyanka is an international superstar who has captivated millions around the world. Her foray into the American music industry meets the vision of our company, which strives to fuse the best of the eastern and western culture to create magic. It's truly a dream come true, and we are very excited to bring this multi-talented artist to the rest of the world," said Anjula Acharia-Bath, CEO of Desi Hits!
"Pop music has always had a love affair with Indian culture and with Priyanka's unique talent and experience, we have the opportunities to push the boundaries of popular culture," stated Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records. "I feel this is an amazing opportunity for all of us."
Insiders are aware that Priyanka is a trained western-classical singer. She even taken to the stage at a show in Holland, circa 2007. Her performance was very appreciated, with many admitting she was way better than they had previously thought.
And now the former Miss World has signed on with the Universal Music Group (UMG), one of the world's largest record production companies, and Desi Hits!, a leading music company which specializes in Indo-Asian fusion, to record and distribute her debut album. The deal was signed through Interscope Records and Island Records in the UK
On Twitter, Priyanka shows her excitement with these successive tweets:
"A long cherished dream is now taking flight and I am so very excited!"
"I've already started working on the album.It's scary but so very exciting & I'm counting on UR support as I begin this exciting new journey."
"Music has always been a passion and now I have been given the opportunity to share it with the world. Wish me luck..."
"It has been a long cherished dream which is finally coming true".
This also marks the first time a leading worldwide star has signed on with Desi Hits!--previously, the company was hired to remix popular tracks by Britney Spears and Lady GaGa, which subsequently did exceedingly well in the subcontinent.
"Priyanka is an international superstar who has captivated millions around the world. Her foray into the American music industry meets the vision of our company, which strives to fuse the best of the eastern and western culture to create magic. It's truly a dream come true, and we are very excited to bring this multi-talented artist to the rest of the world," said Anjula Acharia-Bath, CEO of Desi Hits!
"Pop music has always had a love affair with Indian culture and with Priyanka's unique talent and experience, we have the opportunities to push the boundaries of popular culture," stated Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records. "I feel this is an amazing opportunity for all of us."
