Why was Neetu Chandra appointed as the Icon Face of the Election Commission of Bihar?

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- Neetu Chandra has been appointed as the Icon Face by the Election Commission of Bihar.
- She has represented India in National Taekwondo Championships.
- Her film Mithila Makhaan won a National Award.
- Through Champaran Talkies, she supports local talent and employment.
- Neetu has made significant contributions to Bihar’s cultural identity.
Mumbai, July 17 (NationPress) The talented actress Neetu Chandra, known for her roles in films like Garam Masala, Traffic Signal, and No Means No, has been honored as the Icon Face by the Election Commission of Bihar.
According to an official announcement, this appointment celebrates an individual who has significantly enhanced Bihar’s reputation on international, national, and cultural platforms.
Her multifaceted contributions to Bihar encompass cinema, sports, cultural heritage, and social initiatives, positioning her as an inspiring figure for millions during the election campaign.
Beyond her cinematic achievements, she has proudly represented India on nine occasions at the National Taekwondo Championships, marking her as the first martial artist from Bihar to reach this milestone.
As a producer, Neetu Chandra made history by winning a National Award for her Maithili film Mithila Makhaan.
Through her production company, Champaran Talkies, she has dedicated over 15 years to generating employment, fostering local talent, supporting women farmers, and promoting regional art and voices deeply rooted in Bihar.
Neetu debuted in the Hindi film industry in 2005 with Garam Masala, portraying the character of Sweety, an air-hostess.
She also starred in the Telugu film Godavari in 2006 and appeared in Traffic Signal, directed by Madhur Bhandarkar, in 2007, which depicted the lives of individuals around a fictional traffic signal in Mumbai.
In 2008, she showcased her versatility by acting in four films directed by prominent filmmakers like Dibakar Banerjee and Rahul Dholakia. The following years saw her involved in numerous Hindi and Tamil films, including No Problem and Theeradha Vilaiyattu Pillai.
In 2011, she produced the Bhojpuri film Deswa, directed by her brother.
By 2013, she was filming a Greek movie titled Home Sweet Home, where she played an Indian girl, learning Greek for the role and later dubbing for herself. It was later revealed that the film's actual title was Block 12, where she portrayed an Indian goddess.
In 2021, she made her Hollywood debut in the female-led martial arts film Never Back Down: Revolt, the standalone sequel to Never Back Down: No Surrender and the fourth entry in the franchise.