Gurinder Chadha has announced a revival of Bend It Like Beckham more than two decades after its release. A follow-up to the popular film is in the works, with the final format yet to be determined. Chadha expressed excitement about the evolving competitive landscape of women's football and the importance of the film's empowering message for girls. After years of waiting for the right story, she is ready to reintroduce beloved characters and collaborate with US women's national team manager Emma Hayes.
I am so happy to be here in Basel for the Euros, the atmosphere is amazing... my very clear wish to bring the beloved characters from Bend It Like Beckham back to you and audiences globally very, very soon.
After 23 years and being unable to come up with a storyline that was as good as the original, I have finally found a fantastic story for a Bend It Like Beckham follow up.
The original film, for me, was about lifting up girls and saying you can do and be anything you want, even though society dictates what you can and can't do. That message is still relevant today.
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