Aravind Adiga’s novel “The White Tiger” about a driver in India who rises to become a successful businessman despite the stratified caste system was an international bestseller and critical darling. But it’s wasn’t until Netflix came along that the film adaptation became a viable reality. Director Ramin Bahrani adapts his university classmate’s story in a global film starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Rajkummar Rao and newcomer Adarsh Gourav in the lead. And it may be a revelation for U.S. audiences who have yet to see the scope of Jonas’ acting talents. “The White Tiger” is now playing in select theaters and hits Netflix Friday.
How Netflix helped ‘The White Tiger’ movie become a reality
