Meera Syal

About

British-Indian actress, comedian, singer and writer who became known for co-creating the sketch show Goodness Gracious Me. She also earned recognition for her role on the TV series The Kumars at No. 42.

Before Fame

She graduated from Manchester University with a degree in English and drama.

Trivia

In 2003, the Observer named her One of the 50 Funniest Acts in British Comedy.

Family Life

She married comedian Sanjeev Bhaskar in 2005. Her daughter's name is Chameli and her son's name is Shaan.

Associated With

She wrote the script for the 1993 movie Bhaji on the Beach which was directed by Gurinder Chadha.