Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy confirms directing upcoming Star Wars film

Lucasfilm has introduced that Pakistani filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy will direct a brand new Star Wars movie, which is presently within the scripting stage, (Deadline). The movie would be the first main large display screen launch for the leisure firm since 2019’s Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker, with the studio having shifted focus to TV tasks corresponding to The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Andor in recent times. Obaid-Chinoy, who gained Oscars for her documentary shorts Saving Face and A Lady within the River, can be co-writing the movie with Damon Lindelof.

Her movie can be set after the occasions of The Rise of Skywalker and can function Daisy Ridley reprising her position as Rey as she builds a brand new Jedi Order. Steven Knight of Peaky Blinders is penning the script. The challenge marks various milestones for the franchise, together with Obaid-Chinoy turning into the primary lady and the primary individual of color to direct a Star Wars film. Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy introduced that three new live-action Star Wars movies are on the way in which, with Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold and Dave Filoni connected as administrators.

Whereas in dialog with Specific Tribune completely, the proficient filmmaker said, “I’ve all the time been drawn to the tales of the underdogs who’ve triumphed towards all odds. The Davids versus Goliaths. The sports activities group got here out of nowhere and defeated the unbeatable champions. Nelson Mandela struggled for freedom, unwavering for many years and triumphed. The world wants extra of those tales!”

Obaid-Chinoy additional commented, “The blueprints of the tales we see on display screen needs to be rooted in actuality. I’ve spent my life assembly real-life heroes, who’ve overcome essentially the most oppressive empires and battled unimaginable odds and that, to me, is the center of Star Wars. That is why I used to be drawn to the promise of a brand new Jedi Order and what the Jedi stand for. I can’t wait to share this with the world.”
 

Taking to Instagram the filmmaker wrote, “It has been fairly a day in London. The information is out! I’m so very excited to be directing the following Star Wars film and bringing Daisy Ridley again to the galaxy. I’ve all the time been drawn to the hero’s journey and the world undoubtedly wants extra heroes!”

She added, “The blueprints of the heroes we see on display screen are rooted in actuality – I’ve spent my life assembly real-life heroes, who’ve overcome essentially the most oppressive empires and battled unimaginable odds and that to me is the center of Star Wars, which is why I used to be drawn to the promise of a brand new Jedi Order, and why I’m notably enthusiastic about being immersed inside a Jedi Academy with a strong Jedi Grasp.”
 

Stars laud SOC

Because the information broke, many Pakistani celebrities took to their respective social media accounts to share their heartiest needs. “And it begins in a galaxy far far-off,” wrote Mehwish Hayat. “Many congratulations, Sharmeen. You proceed to make the entire nation pleased with you along with your superb accomplishments. Wishing you all the perfect, I can’t wait to see the magic you’ll carry to the Star Wars franchise. Could the pressure be with you.” Mahira Khan additionally commented on the filmmaker’s put up, stating, “Insane! So so so cool! MashAllah! Congratulations.”

Mahira Khan additionally took to her Insta story to congratulate Obaid-Chinoy. “Characterize!” wrote the Famous person actor. “So so proud. Maintain making us proud! MashAllah!”

Wajahat Rauf and Adnan Malik additionally commented on the director’s Instagram put up. “Congratulations,” wrote Rauf. “What a journey you’re about to embark upon! So excited for you! And us,” penned Malik.

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