Rom-Com Comeback: Simone Ashley Shines in 'Picture This'

Simone Ashley, star of 'Bridgerton', celebrates the resurgence of romantic comedies with her lead role in 'Picture This'. The film features a British-Indian wedding backdrop and follows a photographer's quest for love and career success amidst her ex's return. Ashley shares her passion for iconic rom-coms and Bollywood favorites.

Simone Ashley, known for her role in 'Bridgerton', expresses her enthusiasm for the revival of romantic comedies as she stars in 'Picture This', now streaming on Prime Video. The movie, set against a British-Indian family wedding, is a nod to the cherished genre of romantic comedies Ashley adores.

'Picture This' features Ashley as Pia, a photographer predicted to find true love and career achievement within her next five dates. As her sister's wedding approaches, family matchmaking and her ex, Charlie, portrayed by Hero Tiffin Fiennes, stir up chaos in her personal and professional life.

Ashley recounts her affection for classic '90s rom-coms and Bollywood favorites, such as 'Lagaan'. The film 'Picture This', inspired by 'Five Blind Dates', is crafted by director Prarthana Mohan and writer Nikita Lalwani, featuring a diverse cast and backed by Amazon MGM Studios.

(With inputs from agencies.)