Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is a Pakistani-Canadian filmmaker and journalist known for her powerful documentaries that focus on social issues, particularly women's rights. She gained international recognition after winning two Academy Awards—first for 'Saving Face' in 2012 and later for 'A Girl in the River: The Price of Forgiveness' in 2016. Obaid-Chinoy is also known for her work in narrative filmmaking and has been announced as the director for an upcoming project in the Star Wars franchise.
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Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, one of Pakistan’s most celebrated filmmakers, is highlighting critical social issues in Pakistan by supporting organisations working on these issues.
Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy’s SOC Films is looking for a meaningful story to highlight this Aug 14 - Culture
Pakistan· 2025-07-10Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s documentary Diane von Fürstenberg: Woman in Charge has been nominated for an Emmy award.
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy documentary on Diane von Fürstenberg nominated for Emmy award - CulturePakistan· 2025-05-02
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is also developing a film for the 'Star Wars' franchise.
Ryan Gosling to star in new 'Star Wars' film
Kenya· 2025-04-18
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is set to direct a film focusing on Daisy Ridley’s character, Rey.
A cosmic Jackson Pollock: Kathleen Kennedy’s Star Wars tenure has been marked by chaos | Star Wars
United Kingdom· 2025-03-01
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy was honoured with the Cinema for Peace Dove Award for Women’s Empowerment for her film Diane Von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge.
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy honoured with peace award for women’s empowerment at Cinema for Peace Gala 2025 - CulturePakistan· 2025-02-19
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is set to direct the upcoming Star Wars sequel.
Daisy Ridley gives update on 'Star Wars', says she is "open" to join MCU
India· 2025-02-11
