Format of Priyanka Chopra’s The Activist modified after intense criticism, to be shot once more

American community CBS has introduced that it’s altering the format of The Activist competitors sequence to a one-time documentary after the present was met with widespread backlash. Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas, American singer-songwriter Usher, and Dancing with the Stars star Julianne Hough have been solid as judges within the actuality present, which was introduced final week and set for premiere on October 22.
Produced by CBS and Global Citizen, the sequence pitted activists in opposition to one another earlier than a panel of celeb judges. Their success would have been judged on the idea of their social media campaigns.
After the present was unveiled, there was an prompt backlash on social media with many individuals labelling the sequence as insensitive and tone-deaf. Some referred to as the present’s idea a “dystopian” celebration of “Insta-activism”.
In a press release on Wednesday, CBS and producing companions Global Citizen and Live Nation mentioned that they’re retooling The Activist as a one-time documentary particular as a substitute of a five-episode competitors sequence. “The Activist was designed to indicate a large viewers the fervour, lengthy hours, and ingenuity that activists put into altering the world, hopefully inspiring others to do the identical.
“However, it has become apparent the format of the show as announced distracts from the vital work these incredible activists do in their communities every day. The push for global change is not a competition and requires a global effort,” they mentioned.
The three organisations mentioned that aggressive parts have been eliminated and a brand new launch date can be introduced within the coming days.

“It will showcase the tireless work of six activists and the impression they’ve advocating for causes they deeply consider in. Each activist can be awarded a money grant for the organisation of their selection, as was deliberate for the unique present…
“We hope that by showcasing their work we will inspire more people to become more involved in addressing the world’s most pressing issues. We look forward to highlighting the mission and lives of each of these incredible people,” the assertion concluded.
According to Variety, the footage for the unique incarnation of the sequence had already been shot. However, in gentle of the modifications, filming is predicted to start from scratch for The Activist.
Global Citizen additionally launched a press release and apologised for getting the present’s format “wrong”.

“Global activism centres on collaboration and cooperation, not competition. We apologise to the activists, hosts, and the larger activist community we got it wrong,” the organisation mentioned.
“It is our responsibility to use this platform in the most effective way to realise change and elevate the incredible activists dedicating their lives to progress all around the world,” it added.