US EditionDirector of Bend It Like Beckham Confirms Movie Sequel
- On July 28, 2025, Gurinder Chadha revealed on Good Morning Britain that a Bend It Like Beckham sequel is in development for 2027.
- Since Bend It Like Beckham premiered in 2002, Chadha has sought a story, reflecting women's football’s growth and industry change.
- The sequel is slated for 2027, aligning with the film’s 25th anniversary and the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil, with Emma Hayes described as 'real-life Jules' by Chadha.
- UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy hailed the sequel as 'brilliant moment for British film,' amid celebrations of the Lionesses’ July 27 victory over Spain.
- Gurinder Chadha plans to reunite the original cast, explores formats, and has not made formal commitments yet.
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Director Gurinder Chadha plans a further narrative of the football comedy. Whether as a film or a series, is still open
The director Gunder Chadha is working on the follow-up to the 2002 film with Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley.
Bend It Like Beckham 2 coming soon? Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha hints at something new
Gurinder Chadha has confirmed that a sequel to her hit 2002 film 'Bend It Like Beckham' is in development. She hopes to bring back the original cast and build on the film’s legacy of empowering women in sports.
'Bend It Like Beckham' Sequel in the Works: Will the Original Cast Return?
A Bend It Like Beckham sequel is officially in the works, and it seems like some of the original cast members are entertaining the idea of reprising their roles. “I’m excited to revisit the original characters and revive the enduring story and build on the legacy we helped to create for the women’s game,” Gurinder Chadha, who directed the 2002 film, told Deadline in July 2025. In the original sports drama, Jess (Parminder Nagra) befriends Jules …
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