Sequel to 'Bend It Like Beckham' officially in the works, according to filmmaker Gurinder Chadha
In an exciting turn of events, filmmaker Gurinder Chadha has confirmed that a sequel to her 2002 hit film, Bend It Like Beckham, is currently in development. This announcement, made in July 2025, has sparked anticipation among fans of the beloved movie.
The original Bend It Like Beckham revolved around a British Indian teen named Jess, who dreamt of playing soccer but faced opposition from her immigrant parents. The film, which starred Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley, also featured pivotal characters played by Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Anupam Kher.
Chadha, an Indian-origin director, has expressed her eagerness to revisit these characters in the sequel. She is working diligently to ensure every character in the sequel has a meaningful arc. The success of the sequel hinges on the script, which Chadha is developing, and the approval of the original cast.
The cast is waiting for the script before committing to the sequel. Chadha has stated that everyone wants to come back for the sequel if they like the script. If all goes well, fans can expect to see their favourite characters return more than 20 years after the original release.
The sequel's release date has not been announced yet, but the anticipation is building. Chadha is hopeful that the original cast members will return for the sequel, which promises to be a heartwarming continuation of the original's story.
[1] Source: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/jul/01/bend-it-like-beckham-sequel-in-the-works-gurinder-chadha-confirms
The proposed sequel to the 2002 hit movie, Bend It Like Beckham, is set to delve into the lives of the characters again, with the original cast hoping to reprise their roles if they find the script compelling. Gurinder Chadha, the director, is keen on ensuring each character in the new film has a significant story arc.
