Quick Info
| Profession | Director, Writer, Lecturer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 01/08/1975 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Birthplace | Darlington, England |
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Bio/Wiki
| Profession | Director, Writer, Lecturer |
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| Background | Sandhya Suri developed a keen interest in filmmaking during her childhood, heavily influenced by her father's use of film as a means of communication with family in India. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 3" (161 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | National Film and Television School (NFTS), Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, England |
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Personal Life
| Hometown | London |
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Family
| Father | Yash Pal Suri |
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| Mother | Sheel Suri |
| Siblings | 2 Sisters |
Career
| Debut | Film: Santosh (2024) |
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| Controversies | As of March 2025, Santosh was banned from release in India by the Central Board of Film Certification due to themes of police brutality and societal issues. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sandhya's fascination with filmmaking began early, due in part to her father's influence. | |
| 2. During her youth, she aspired to be an author before switching her focus to mathematics. | |
| 3. Her teaching experience in Japan led her to the Yamagata Documentary Film Festival, which sparked further interest in filmmaking. | |
| 4. In 2005, she released her initial documentary I For India, exploring her father's narrative and earning a nomination for the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance. | |
| 5. She launched a silent documentary and short film in 2018 and continues to make significant contributions to cinema. |