Comedy Filmmaker, Actor & Director; Founding Member of Broken Lizard; Director of "Super Troopers" & "The Dukes of Hazzard"

Live Event: $20,000 - $30,000 Virtual Event: Please Contact More Fee Info

Jay Chandrasekhar Biography

Jay Chandrasekhar is an actor, director, screenwriter, and comedian known for his work in independent comedy filmmaking and mainstream Hollywood. Chandrasekhar assembled the sketch comedy troupe Broken Lizard, which includes Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, Paul Soter, and Erik Stolhanske. The group performed comedy nationwide before transitioning to producing television and feature films. Chandrasekhar graduated from Colgate University with a degree in European history and a minor in philosophy, bringing a storyteller's perspective to his creative projects.

Chandrasekhar began his career in independent film with the Broken Lizard debut "Puddle Cruiser," which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. This self-funded debut led to the cult comedy franchise "Super Troopers," directed by Chandrasekhar and written by and starring Broken Lizard. Fox Searchlight acquired distribution rights, and the film grossed $23 million at the box office. Following "Super Troopers," Chandrasekhar directed the slasher-horror spoof "Club Dread" and then helmed "Beerfest" for Warner Bros., further establishing Broken Lizard's reputation in ensemble comedy. The sequel, "Super Troopers 2," featured guest actors Brian Cox and Rob Lowe, with a third installment in development.

Chandrasekhar has also directed films outside of Broken Lizard, including "The Dukes of Hazzard," which earned over $111 million worldwide. In television, Chandrasekhar has directed episodes of notable American single-camera comedies such as "Arrested Development," "Community," "Psych," "Happy Endings," and "The Goldbergs." He received an NAACP Image Award nomination for his work on "Happy Endings." Chandrasekhar has also edited independent feature films and directed commercials for Coca-Cola and Nike.

Chandrasekhar's career spans studio filmmaking, independent projects with Broken Lizard, and episodic television, making him a prominent director in American ensemble comedy. He is the author of the memoir "Mustache Shenanigans: Making Super Troopers and Other Adventures in Comedy," which details his experiences in film and the history of Broken Lizard. Chandrasekhar's work as one of the few Indian American directors in mainstream Hollywood comedy has been recognized in South Asian and diaspora media. His body of work includes cult film classics, network television, and a candid literary memoir, reflecting a creative voice in comedy and filmmaking.

BOOK Jay Chandrasekhar

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/20/2026.

Jay Chandrasekhar Videos

Jay Chandrasekhar & Kevin Heffernan Reveal Their ‘Super Troopers’ Origin Story | The Rich Eisen Show

Jay Chandrasekhar & Kevin Heffernan Reveal Their ‘Super Troopers’ Origin Story | The Rich Eisen Show

Actors Jay Chandrasekhar and Kevin Hefferman join Rich Eisen in-studio to promote their new ‘Super Troopers 3’ comedy. Tune in to the...

  • How do I book Jay Chandrasekhar to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jay Chandrasekhar for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jay Chandrasekhar, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jay Chandrasekhar or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Jay Chandrasekhar

    Speaking fees for Jay Chandrasekhar, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jay Chandrasekhar are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and available upon request for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jay Chandrasekhar, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jay Chandrasekhar speak about?

    Jay Chandrasekhar is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Actor, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Author, Comedian, Television & Film
  • Where does Jay Chandrasekhar travel from?

    Jay Chandrasekhar generally travels from an undisclosed location, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Jay Chandrasekhar’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Jay Chandrasekhar for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jay Chandrasekhar for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jay Chandrasekhar or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Jay Chandrasekhar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jay Chandrasekhar for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Jay Chandrasekhar generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Andy Buckley, Gianmarco Soresi, Dave Dugan, Steve Hytner and Willie Nelson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jay Chandrasekhar for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Tell us about your event!

During normal business hours, we respond to most inquiries within 4 hours.
Please Select Event Budget
Please enter your message
Please Enter Your Name
Please Enter Your Email
  • Customized Service

    Our agents find the right fit for your event

  • Unparalleled Database

    Full access to all speakers & celebrities

  • One Stop Shopping

    A reliable and unbiased point of contact

  • Logistics Management

    Your personal Logistics Manager who takes care of all event details

This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

TOP