Mrs BhamraMrs Bhamra is a strict, traditional Indian mother that wants both her daughters to grow up as traditional Indians. Initially, they let Jess play soccer, but when her schooling got more important and she still loved soccer, both the parents try to put a stop to her craze. Mrs Bhamra is more powerful and influential than Mr Bhamra in the family and constantly calls Mr Bhamra ‘soft’ though out the movie. She is incredibly outspoken and firm about the bringing up of her children, with an unwavering opinion. She is a stay at home mother; she doesn’t have a job.
Quotes: Mrs Bhamra: What family would want a daughter-in-law who can run around kicking football all day but can't make round chapattis? |
Mr BhamraMr Bhamra is Jess’s father, he’s not as important a character as her mother, apart from at the end, where he makes a heartfelt speech to Mrs Bhamra about football. Mr Bhamra wanted to play cricket, but stopped because the people there teased him about his turban. Mr Bhamra always seems to have a sad, tired look in his eyes, like something unfinished. His first name is not revealed in the movie. |