Archive · 13 Nov 2025
Born Hungry Documentary: Priyanka Chopra-Produced Film Premieres November 28 on JioHotstar
Imagine a boy named Sash who grew up in India but didn't remember much about his early life.
He was adopted by a kind family in Canada and became a very talented cook.
This movie, called 'Born Hungry,' tells his amazing story.
It shows how he went from being hungry in India to cooking in Canada.
He even goes back to India to learn more about his forgotten childhood.
Even a famous star, Priyanka Chopra, helped make this movie!
It will be available to watch on JioHotstar starting November 28.
The documentary 'Born Hungry' tells the life story of Sash Simpson, an orphan from India who became a renowned Canadian chef.
It is produced by Priyanka Chopra Jonas' production banner, Purple Pebble Pictures, and directed by Barry Avrich.
The film will premiere on JioHotstar on November 28.
Sash Simpson was found as a child in Chennai, India, adopted by Canadian philanthropists, and discovered his passion for cooking at age 14.
The documentary also follows Sash's emotional journey back to India to uncover details about his early life.
- Who
- Sash Simpson, Priyanka Chopra Jonas
- What
- Premiere of the documentary 'Born Hungry' about Sash Simpson's life story
- When
- November 28
- Where
- JioHotstar (India)
- Why
- To share the inspirational story of an Indian orphan who became a Canadian chef and embarked on an emotional journey to find answers about his past.
Original Premise
Documentary's Focus
Narrative focus
Original Premise
The story of an orphan from India who became a top Canadian chef.
Documentary's Focus
The documentary highlights Sash Simpson's journey from the streets of India to becoming a chef in Canada, including his emotional homecoming to find answers about his past.
- Documentary Title
- Born Hungry
- Producer
- Priyanka Chopra Jonas (Purple Pebble Pictures)
- Director
- Barry Avrich
- Subject
- Sash Simpson
- OTT Premiere Date
- November 28
- OTT Platform
- JioHotstar
- World Premiere
- Palm Springs International Film Festival 2024