Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been announced as a guest speaker on the opening day of the 9th edition of Sharjah’s International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) on March 4 at the city’s Expo Center.
The Bollywood star and UNICEF Goodwill ambassador will lead a discussion on the impact of film and TV programs on shaping the public opinion during a talk entitled ‘Why Does the Screen Have so Much Impact on Public Opinion’.
A highly accomplished actress, Chopra Jonas has starred in more than 60 films and won multiple acting awards throughout he successful career, which makes her an ideal choice to discuss the power of visual media at the upcoming forum.
The session will be moderate by Lebanese television presenter and journalist Raya Abi Rached.
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