Pashmina (graphic novel)


Pashmina is a debut graphic novel written by Nidhi Chanani. The novel focuses on the relationship between an Indian-American mother and her teenage daughter.

Synopsis

Protagonist Priyanka Das's mother leaves India many years ago and refrains from revealing why, but Priyanka's discovery of a pashmina shawl hidden in a suitcase helps her imagine a homeland she has never been to.

Adaptation

On August 22, 2019, it was reported that Gurinder Chadha will be directing a feature film based on the novel for Netflix. It will be produced by Ashok Amritraj.