Hanif Kureishi
Hanif Kureishi is a British playwright, screenwriter, and author, known for his works that often explore themes of identity, race, and multiculturalism. Born in 1954 to a Pakistani father and an English mother, Kureishi gained prominence with his semi-autobiographical novel 'The Buddha of Suburbia,' which won the Whitbread Prize for a First Novel. His works often delve into the complexities of British-Asian life and the struggles of assimilation. Recently, Kureishi made headlines after experiencing a serious health scare on Boxing Day 2022, which led to significant changes in his identity and perspective on life.
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Hanif Kureishi calls Europe’s narrative about unwanted outsiders a 'collective hallucination'.
The US is dragging Europe back to the days of white supremacism. Our leaders are playing along | Shada Islam
United Kingdom· 2026-02-19
The author Hanif Kureishi provides thoughtful analysis in the film.
Bowie: The Final Act - fond requiem from fan 10 years after star’s death – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-26
Ali Smith, Monique Roffey and Anna Burns are among the prominent contemporary writers whom the fund has supported, as well as Hanif Kureishi, after he suffered an accident that left him paralysed.
From Dylan Thomas’ shopping list to a note from Sylvia Plath’s doctor: newly uncovered case files reveal the hidden lives of famous writers | BooksUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-28
Hanif Kureishi is a British novelist, playwright, and screenwriter of Pakistani descent.
Објавен романот „Ништо“ од Ханиф Курејши
North Macedonia· 2025-11-01Hanif Kureishi is referenced for his exploration of intimacy and relationships in his works.
Marco García Falcón, escritor: “Ser infiel hoy en día es mucho más peligroso” | Mañana te escribo | Novela | LUCES
Peru· 2025-08-11
Hanif Kureishi also signed the letter advocating for a boycott of Israel.
Zadie Smith, Michael Rosen, Irvine Welsh and Jeanette Winterson sign letter calling for Israel boycott | Israel-Gaza warUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-07
Hanif Kureishi is the writer of My Beautiful Laundrette, which reflects his experiences growing up in south London.
‘It was a buddy movie – and then they kissed’: Stephen Frears and Hanif Kureishi on My Beautiful Laundrette at 40 | FilmUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-25
Hanif Kureishi's Substack started with a catastrophe, detailing his experience after suffering a fall that injured his spine.
Where authors gossip, geek out and let off steam: 15 of the best literary Substacks | BooksUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-12
Hanif Kureishi is a writer and one of Muneeza Shamsie's earliest interviewees.
“Pakistani writing in English has a much wider perspective than most people credit it for” - People
Pakistan· 2025-07-07
Hanif Kureishi shared insights on writing and individuality from his hospital bed.
Colm Keena on why it’s not the lyrics, it’s the voice that casts the spell – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-02
Hanif Kureishi is a playwright who signed the letter denouncing genocide in Gaza.
Over 300 British and Irish writers denounce genocide in Gaza - CelebrityPakistan· 2025-05-29
Hanif Kureishi is a playwright who signed the letter denouncing genocide in Gaza.
Over 300 British and Irish writers denounce genocide in Gaza - CelebrityPakistan· 2025-05-29Hanif Kureishi is among the authors who publicly condemned the actions of the Israeli government in Gaza.
Casi 700 escritores británicos, irlandeses y francófonos denuncian el “genocidio” de Israel en Gaza | Internacional
Spain· 2025-05-28
Hanif Kureishi has signed a letter stating that the Israeli government's war in Gaza is genocidal.
Zadie Smith and Ian McEwan among 380 writers and groups to call Gaza war ‘genocide’ | Israel-Gaza warUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-28
Hanif Kureishi is a British writer who experienced a life-changing event after feeling dizzy and waking up in a pool of blood.
Hanif Kureishi. O homem que não sorri teima em manter-se escritor | Livros
Portugal· 2025-05-05