Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy (Urdu: شرمین عبید چنائے; born November 12, 1978) is a Canadian-Pakistani journalist, filmmaker and political activist known for her work in films that highlight gender inequality against women.
Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy | |
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Chinoy at the World Economic Forum in 2013 | |
| Born | November 12, 1978 |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Citizenship | Canadian |
| Alma mater | Smith College (BA) Stanford University (MA, MIP) |
| Occupation(s) | Filmmaker, journalist |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Spouse | Fahd Kamal Chinoy |
| Children | 2 |
| Honours | Hilal-e-Imtiaz |
| Website | Official website |
Obaid-Chinoy is slated to direct the next Star Wars film, due for release in 2026, and which will feature Daisy Ridley.
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