Priyanka Chopra in a still from the film Jai Gangaajal
Actress Priyanka Chopra, who plays the role of a tough cop in her next film
Jai Gangaajal, said that it is Amitabh Bachchan, who inspired her 'angry young woman' character in the film.
The 33-year-old actress plays a non-glamorous role of the first woman SP of Bankepur district, dominated by corrupt politician and his side kicks, in the Prakash Jha-directed film. (Also Read -
Jai Gangaajal Trailer: Priyanka Chopra is Impressive)
Mr Bachchan, who rose to stardom with his 'angry young man' roles in films like
Zanjeer,
Trishul and
Deewar, praised the trailer on Twitter:
Priyanka replied:
Jai Gangaajal releases on March 4, 2016.