Bend It Like Beckham

Jess Bhamra, the daughter of a strict Indian couple in London, is not permitted to play organized soccer, even though she is 18. When Jess is playing for fun one day, her impressive skills are seen by Jules Paxton, who then convinces Jess to play for her semi-pro team. Jess uses elaborate excuses to hide her matches from her family while also dealing with her romantic feelings for her coach, Joe.

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  Parminder Nagra

  Jesminder 'Jess' Kaur Bhamra
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  Keira Knightley

  Juliette 'Jules' Paxton
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  Jonathan Rhys Meyers

  Joe
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  Anupam Kher

  Mr. Bhamra
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  Shaheen Khan

  Mrs. Bhamra
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  Archie Panjabi

  Pinky Bhamra
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  Frank Harper

  Alan Paxton
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  Juliet Stevenson

  Paula Paxton
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  Shaznay Lewis

  Mel
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  Ameet Chana

  Tony