Emmerdale's Rishi star Bhasker Patel confirms shock character death wasn't his choice

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The Wanted's Max George became emotional during an episode of Tipping Point: Lucky Stars, dedicating his win to his late friend and bandmate Tom Parker.The episode saw Max face off against Loose Women panellist Linda Robson and Labour MP Jess Phillips in the hopes of winning the £20,000 jackpot for their chosen charities. After successfully gaining £6,900, Max opted to keep that money, rather than risk it all in a chance to win big. He told the show's host Ben Shephard: "I am happy with that.That was the right decision." Ben then asked: "It’s going to a really special charity.

Bhasker Patel looks so different after leaving Emmerdale earlier this summer. Bhasker played Rishi Sharma, who died tragically before he could see his adoptive son Jai (Chris Bisson) marry Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) after he fell down the stairs. But since leaving the soap the 67 year old, who has a prolific list of TV and film credits which includes Indiana Jones and Thunderbirds, has moved onto other projects.

Strictly Come Dancing's 13th contestant has been revealed as former EastEnders star Nigel Harman. The news was announced on Thursday morning non ITV's Lorraine show by Christine Lampard.

We’ve already reached a point in the evolution of superhero filmmaking where the tropes of the genre have been deconstructed with projects like “The Boys” and “Watchmen.” Now, the very process of making superhero films is being dissected in the upcoming series, “The Franchise.” READ MORE: ‘The Franchise’: Sam Mendes’ Superhero Satire HBO Pilot Adds Billy Magnussen, Daniel Brühl, Jessica Hynes, Richard E.

We’ve already reached a point in the evolution of superhero filmmaking where the tropes of the genre have been deconstructed with projects like “The Boys” and “Watchmen.” Now, the very process of making superhero films is being dissected in the upcoming series, “The Franchise.” READ MORE: ‘The Franchise’: Sam Mendes’ Superhero Satire HBO Pilot Adds Billy Magnussen, Daniel Brühl, Jessica Hynes, Richard E.

A devastating storyline has left one star feeling like she needs a proper break from the Emmerdale village after the emotional upheaval takes its toll. Rosie Bentham, who has played fan favourite Gabby Thomas since 2016, has decided to exit the soap while her character heads to Portugal to sort her head out after her messy love life and personal dramas create drama. Recent scenes in the village have showed Gabby distraught after discovering her fiancé Nicky Milligan, played by Lewis Cope, was gay and using her to get in at Home Farm.

Emmerdale star Dean Andrews has tied the knot with his long-term partner, Helen Bowen-Green, in a stunning ceremony which was attended by his on-screen wife, Claire King, who plays Kim Tate in the soap. Dean, 60, who plays Will Taylor on Emmerdale, took to Instagram to share plenty of snaps of the wedding day, which took place in a stunning barn-style venue, with exposed brick and wooden beams.

Max George has teased a potential reunion of his band The Wanted a year after Tom Parker's death during an interview on Lorraine.The singer was on the show to talk about his appearance on Celebrity Masterchef, but host Christine Lampard had to find out of Max had any plans for new music.The Wanted went on tour in 2022 when they reunited as bandmate Tom Parker was battling an incurable brain tumour. Sadly just days after that tour reached its conclusion in Liverpool, Tom died aged just 33. Following his death, the band cancelled shows that they were due to play in the summer.They released a special version of their emotional hit Gold Forever in memory of Tom, but that is the last release from them.

In a year which has already seen us bid goodbye to a wealth of fan favourites, including Lola Pearce and Finlay Baker, it appears the EastEnders cast changes are going to keep on coming with a whole host of much-loved stars also bidding Walford goodbye this year. So far, we know one mystery star is due to depart at Christmas as part of an explosive whodunnit mystery that has been teased all year long, but before that fans will have to bid a fond farewell to numerous other staples of the BBC soap.

Emmerdale has aired another shocking death, and it has left the villagers stunned. Last Thursday, the show aired the sad death of popular villager Rishi Sharmer, and tonight Lloyd Sawyer was pronounced dead. Lloyd has been in a coma for weeks following an attack from mechanic Dan Spencer.

Friday night’s episode of Emmerdale had fans in pieces after Jai Sharma found his dad Rishi dead at the bottom of the stairs. Jai had just got married to Laurel Thomas the day before and due to an argument with his dad, told him not to come to the wedding. Jai had just discovered his uncle is actually his biological father.The news rocked Jai to his core which led to a confrontation between him, Rishi and Georgia Sharma who arrived for the wedding.

Emmerdale star Bhasker Patel appeared to be trying to hold back tears as he spoke out about his exit for the first time. Fans of the ITV soap were left gutted as it was confirmed the actor had left the role of Rishi Sharma after 12 years in tragic scenes.

Emmerdale actor Bhasker Patel has broken his silence after fans were gutted following Thursday night's episode after his much-loved character, Rishi Sharma, passed away after 12 years in the village.

Emmerdale star Chris Bisson shared a three-word reaction to his co-star's surprise exit scenes. Despite, obviously, knowing what was coming up on-screen, the Jai Sharma actor shared in fans' sadness at Bhasker Patel quitting the soap as his on-screen dad, Rishi.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Emmerdale star Bhasker Patel has been involved in a number of dramatic storylines since he first arrived in the Yorkshire Dales in 2011 playing the role of Rishi Sharmas. Just this week he threatens to jeopardise his son's wedding, Jai (played by Chris Bisson) in a shocking turn of events, leaving a swirl of sadness through the village. An hour long episode of Emmerdale airs on Thursday, 27 July, with Rishi at the forefront of the storyline.

Everybody loves a wedding - but if the nuptials are in soap world, you know they won't go according to plan. Emmerdale's Chris Bisson took to his Instagram today (Thursday) to share snaps of his character Jai Sharma tying the knot in tonight's programme.

Two years ago actress Charley Webb left ITV’s soap Emmerdale after a whopping 19 years on the show and has just revealed she’s landed a brand-new role in a touring play. Charley, 35, appeared as the popular character Debbie Dingle who arrived in the village in 2002 and was on and off screen until 2021. During that time, Charley took three maternity leave breaks to have her sons, Buster, Bowie and Ace who she shared with husband and fellow actor Matthew Wolfenden, 43, who plays David Metcalfe in Emmerdale.

ITV daytime fans have been left annoyed after some of their favourite shows, such as Good Morning Britain and This Morning have been taken off air today, with the FIFA Women's World Cup airing instead. Fans, who would usually be enjoying their morning TV, have taken to Twitter to voice their frustration at this schedule shake-up, with one writing: "Where is Good Morning Britain? Why would I want to watch Italy play football at 07.00am #goodmorningbritain #GMB @ITV." "Would love to know the viewing figures for the football match that is apparently more important than hearing the days news #gmb #goodmorningbritain" complained a second.

ITV is switching up its usual daytime schedule this week which will see viewers' favourite shows taken off air. As part of a major shake-up, Good Morning Britain, This Morning, Lorraine and Loose Women have each been cancelled on Monday (July 24), with some shows remaining off-air for the rest of the week.