Gurinder Chadha

Gurinder Chadha

64 · Born: Jan 10, 1960

Personal Details

BornJan 10, 1960 Nairobi, Kenya

Biography

Gurinder Chadha, a distinguished British film director of Indian heritage, has made a significant impact on the cinematic landscape with her thought-provoking films that delve into the experiences of Indians residing in the United Kingdom.

Her remarkable body of work is characterized by its nuanced exploration of the Indian diaspora, offering a unique perspective on the cultural nuances and challenges faced by this community.

Chadha's most notable films include the critically acclaimed Bhaji on the Beach, which premiered in 1993, and the commercially successful Bend It Like Beckham, released in 2002.

Her 2004 film, Bride and Prejudice, a modern retelling of Jane Austen's classic novel, further solidified her reputation as a masterful storyteller capable of seamlessly blending cultural traditions with contemporary themes.

In addition to her work in the realm of romantic comedies, Chadha has also ventured into the realm of coming-of-age stories, as evident in her 2008 film Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging, which explores the trials and tribulations of adolescence.

Throughout her illustrious career, Gurinder Chadha has demonstrated a profound understanding of the complexities of identity, community, and culture, earning her a reputation as one of the most innovative and insightful filmmakers of her generation.

Career

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1996
The Stupids
The Stupids as Reporter #1
{"id":274770,"title":"First Do No Pharm","year":"2024","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/first-do-no-pharm","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_274770.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_274770.jpg"},"released":1}
2024
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2019
{"id":195576,"title":"Reel Women","year":"1995","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/reel-women","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_195576.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_195576.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
{"id":17458,"title":"The Mistress of Spices","year":"2005","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-mistress-of-spices","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/26klar6920cg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/26klar6920cg.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
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2019
Blinded by the Light
Blinded by the Light as Director, Writer
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2017
Viceroy's House
Viceroy's House as Director, Writer
{"id":43268,"title":"It's a Wonderful Afterlife","year":"2010","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/its-a-wonderful-afterlife-2010","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_43268.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_43268.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
It's a Wonderful Afterlife
It's a Wonderful Afterlife as Director, Screenplay
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2008
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2006
Paris, je t'aime
Paris, je t'aime as Director, Writer
{"id":17013,"title":"Bride & Prejudice","year":"2004","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/bride-prejudice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_17013.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_17013.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
Bride & Prejudice
Bride & Prejudice as Director, Screenplay
{"id":2845,"title":"Bend It Like Beckham","year":"2002","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/bend-it-like-beckham","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_2845.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_2845.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
Bend It Like Beckham
Bend It Like Beckham as Director, Screenplay
{"id":8477,"title":"What's Cooking?","year":"2000","job":"Director, Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/whats-cooking","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_8477.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_8477.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
What's Cooking?
What's Cooking? as Director, Writer
{"id":158392,"title":"A Nice Arrangement","year":"1994","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/a-nice-arrangement","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158392.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158392.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
A Nice Arrangement
A Nice Arrangement as Director, Screenplay
{"id":58253,"title":"Bhaji on the Beach","year":"1993","job":"Director, Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/bhaji-on-the-beach","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58253.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58253.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Bhaji on the Beach
Bhaji on the Beach as Director, Writer
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1990
I'm British But...
I'm British But... as Director, Writer
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2019
Beecham House
Beecham House as Creator