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Privacy NoticeNavin Chowdhry has been making waves since his debut on EastEnders in September 2022. The 53 year old actor joined the Walford cast as the villainous Nish, husband to Suki Panesar, fresh out of prison after serving time for murder. He’s quickly becoming a memorable rogue in the series. He was even forced to beg bosses to make Nish less evil, as he was worried about how fans would see him because of his role. Although Nish has been gone from Albert Square for a while, on Monday’s episode, 27 May, Suki and Eve will be rattled when he turns up on the doorstep of No. 41, saying that the solicitor has sent both copies of their final order divorce paperwork to him. The Panesars agree to change the locks so Nish can’t gain access, but he manipulates Avani into getting him inside. Suki, Ravi, Eve and Vinny are hostile as Nish starts talking, but shockingly he silences them as he tells them he’s dying. Viewers will have to wait to see if everything is quite as it seems.
Navin first appeared in EastEnders in 2022
(Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
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Away from the BBC One soap, Navin has been gracing our screens since his teenage years, with roles in popular shows like Teachers, Doctor Who, and London’s Burning, reports MyLondon. Navin’s acting journey began in 1988 when he portrayed Manek Sen in Madame Sousatzka, sharing the screen with Shirley MacLaine and Peggy Ashcroft. In 1993, he featured in the ITV drama London’s Burning as Rasheed and has since added numerous shows to his acting portfolio. Alongside his acting career, Navin was urged to prioritise his education. In 1994, he graduated from Imperial College London with a 2:1 degree in biochemistry, successfully juggling a three-year course with multiple TV roles.
Navin’s acting journey began in 1988 when he portrayed Manek Sen in Madame Sousatzka, sharing the screen with Shirley MacLaine
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Navin went on to play IT teacher Kurt McKenna in the hit comedy series Teachers back in 2001 and Ralph in Channel 4’s Ny-Lon in 2004. His talents were also showcased in the gripping 2003 series Waking The Dead, and he also appeared in Doctor Who playing Indra Ganesh. Fans may remember him as PC Sanjay Singh from Dalziel and Pascoe too. He’s graced our screens in a slew of other TV favourites including Judge John Deed, A Touch of Cloth, New Tricks, Midsomer Murders, Doctor Foster, Our Girl, Death in Paradise, and McDonald and Dodds.
Shabana Azmi and Navin attend a promotional shoot for the film Madame Sousatzka
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And let’s not forget, Navin took to the skies as a cargo pilot in the epic Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi in 2017. When it comes to his personal life, Navin, affectionately called Nav by his loved ones, hails from Bristol. Among his notable family members is his cousin, the hilarious comedian Paul Chowdhry. Navin and his stunning wife Charlie have been married for 11 years, and together they’re raising two adorable young boys. The EastEnders star has been openly supporting his wife Charlie through her courageous battle with breast cancer, which she was diagnosed with in the summer of 2020.
Navin starred in Doctor Who
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In an emotional Instagram update, Navin shared a moment of support for Charlie, speaking directly from her hospital room during her surgery. He opened up about the diagnosis, saying: “My wife was diagnosed with triple-positive breast cancer back in the summer of 2020 and like so many of you out there it just opens a world that you hope you never see.” He continued with heartfelt admiration for those fighting cancer: “It just hits home, the bravery courage and soul, and spirit of all you cancer warriors out there.”Story SavedYou can find this story in  My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right.Follow OK! MagazineFacebookTwitterCommentMore OnDoctor FosterDoctor WhoEastEndersOur GirlComedyDramaThe Queen
