British actress born on October 5, 1975, in Leicester, England, she gained prominence for her role as Jess in "Bend It Like Beckham" (2002). Her performance opened doors to Hollywood, leading to a starring role as Dr. Neela Rasgotra on the TV series "ER" from 2003 to 2009. Known for her versatile talent, she continued to appear in various films and TV shows, including "The Blacklist" and "13 Reasons Why." Her work has contributed to breaking stereotypes and promoting diversity in the film industry.