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Emmerdale star Fiona Wade has hinted that her character Priya Sharma could find true love as she purses her arranged marriage plan.
It was previously reported that Priya would decide she wanted an arranged marriage, and tonight's episode of the soap will see her make the big decision.
Speaking on This Morning today (Wednesday, June 11), Wade revealed that a new character will be introduced as a match for Priya as the plan gets underway, but hinted that the storyline will run far from smoothly.
Wade said: "You see a few suitors and I can't say too much, but there is going to be a new character coming into the show played by actor Pasha Bocarie, who will be playing Rakesh.
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"He is a lovely, lovely actor and I can't say too much about what is going to happen, but Priya might have found her love. There is definitely going to be a lot of drama between him and Jai."
Wade also spoke about viewer response to Priya's recent health issues, in which she struggled with an eating disorder throughout her pregnancy.
She said: "It was amazing to be given such a great storyline and massive responsibility. I really wanted this challenge, and I know how important it is and how many people are going through it. It's a huge number, and it was just a wonderful story to play.
"We had a great response, received lovely letters and heard from people who had written books about it. Some people who had seen their children go through it got in touch and said how well it had been played and written."
Pasha Bocarie has joined the cast of Emmerdale.
The actor will play businessman Rakesh Kotecha, who will come to the village next month, as part of Priya Sharma's arranged marriage storyline.
Although Priya (Fiona Wade) is confident she has met her match in Rakesh, her brother Jai (Chris Bisson) is not impressed by the arrival of his old business associate.
Meanwhile, David Metcalfe (Matthew Wolfenden), the father of Priya's daughter Amba, also grows suspicious of the businessman, and discovers that he isn't all he seems.
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Pasha Bocarie as Rakesh Kotecha in Emmerdale
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Pasha Bocarie as Rakesh Kotecha in Emmerdale
Speaking about Bocarie's casting on This Morning, Wade said: "He is a lovely, lovely actor and I can't say too much about what is going to happen, but Priya might have found her love.
"There is definitely going to be a lot of drama between him and Jai."
Bocarie will make his first appearance in the ITV soap in mid-July.
TaintedLove
11-06-2014, 19:07
Ooh he`s gorgous
Yes, would not mind marrying him myself :o :p :lol:
a newbie with a secret how original
tammyy2j
13-06-2014, 00:33
What religion is the Sharmas for this arranged marriage as I thought for arranged marriages the bride had to be a virgin :searchme:
why does he call rishi uncle
his son is coming in too
why does he call rishi uncle
his son is coming in too
I expect his other child will join too at some time
amazinggrace
21-07-2014, 00:06
It's courtesy in some faiths to call people Aunty or Uncle ;-)
he is to become controlling and a bully to priya like charlie was with shelley in corrie also talk that he killed his wife
heydrich39
22-07-2014, 04:49
yeah i knew there would be something so another drama for priya no doubt david will rescue her and the whole crap storyline with them 2 starts again pathetic attempt on producers part to make viewers engage with the character more and get her to be more likable. why does every new character have to be a physco. i thought it would be his son that was going to be new villian
britgirl
31-07-2014, 17:10
I did have hopes that Priya and David would be done for good, and she could be with someone else, like Rakesh. But if he's no good, then David will be all over her, and yet again, we are left with a devastated Alicia, and a poor Jake.
tammyy2j
13-08-2014, 23:43
Why is David acting like a buffoon with a crush around him?
Why is David acting like a buffoon with a crush around him?
because David is a buffoon?
tammyy2j
14-08-2014, 15:08
because David is a buffoon?
He is worse lately like a rash over Rakesh
tammyy2j
14-08-2014, 15:08
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I appreciate Dave wants to be part of his daughter's life but he sure is not showing any respect to his wife, who he chose over his then fiance, the mother of his child. I suppose he is being extra friendly to Rakesh because he is scared that he will take Priya and Amber away from Emmerdale but I wish he would remember that he has a wife who he is hurting with these actions... *sigh*
georgia115
06-09-2014, 17:58
love priya and rakesh together :)
Emmerdale's Pasha Bocarie has signed a new contract to stay with the ITV soap for another year.
The actor will now appear as Rakesh Kotecha until at least summer 2016, according to the Daily Star Sunday.
Bocarie said: "When they offered me a contract, it was a real moment of celebration. I knew straight away I wanted to stay on.
"It's a show that's been going for 40 years or so. To come into it and make my own character in such a great cast is amazing. I knew my current contract was coming to its end but I was thinking positively.
"You never know if you're going to get killed off. But it's very exciting to know I'm staying."
Rakesh arrived in Emmerdale village last year as a potential suitor for Priya Sharma. The pair soon got together, but their relationship was almost ruined by the revelation that Rakesh is an old business rival of Priya's brother Jai.
Rakesh's behaviour has taken a villainous turn lately, as he was seen tampering with the DNA test results for Vanessa Woodfield's unborn baby in an attempt to keep his son Kirin away from her.
Glad to hear this. I know he's a bit of a villain right now but I quite enjoyed how the Who's The Daddy? plot played out. It's different to the predictable the one night stand is always the father.
tammyy2j
14-06-2015, 21:24
Glad to hear this. I know he's a bit of a villain right now but I quite enjoyed how the Who's The Daddy? plot played out. It's different to the predictable the one night stand is always the father.
I like him but think Jai is a bigger prat and villain than him, he is at least trying to protect Kirin but has done so in the completely wrong way
Wow - Emmerdale may just have found its new Public Enemy Number One. And let's face it: in a village which already features ruthless Robert Sugden and violent criminal Ross Barton, that's really saying something.
And yet unlikely bad boy Rakesh Kotecha will continue to face a furious backlash next week, after he confessed to tampering with baby Johnny's DNA results. But can his livid son Kirin ever forgive him? Read on to find out as Pasha Bocarie, who plays Rakesh, spills some gossip on where things are heading next.
So the truth is out! Were you excited to film these episodes after such a long wait?
"I was! There was a lot of anticipation from our end to film these scenes. We wanted to make sure it was handled well - and it has been. The audience will be taken on a journey with some surprises and they'll be able to relate to a lot of the storyline.
"It's well written and we explore the relationship between father and son, as well as the possibility of redemption. Hopefully the viewers will enjoy it."
How will this affect the relationship between Rakesh and Kirin?
"Well, there's definitely a lot going on in Kirin's head. He's feeling anger, confusion and hurt. You'll see a combination of those sorts of reactions between father and son, which creates the drama and drives the story forward. It's very hard for Kirin to get his head around what his dad has done to him."
Can they ever come back from this?
"Who knows? Sometimes you can go without talking to somebody for a while, but then it takes just one incident to bring you together. On paper, you would say that Kirin probably wouldn't speak to Rakesh again. But sometimes circumstances throw you together and force you to reconcile."
Kirin has already punched Rakesh, and Adam is next in the queue on Monday. Was that scene fun to film?
"Those sorts of scenes are always fun to film because they're quite challenging. Obviously it's not much fun if you're being punched - it's probably more fun if you're the guy who's doing the beating up! We were filming out in the village and it was quite a challenging day, but it all added to the drama. As much I love dialogue, I'm an action type of person so I love that kind of stuff."
Is Rakesh surprised when Priya walks out on him next week? She's been in on the DNA secret for ages, after all...
"Rakesh has taken it for granted that Priya is going to stand by him. He did act on pressure from Priya when he came clean with Kirin, so he's very surprised at her reaction because she's the one who forced him to come out with this in the first place! He's going to be very shocked and disappointed that she's not there for him anymore."
Do you hope they can find a way to make it work?
"I hope so, because they work well together. I don't think the relationship between Priya and Rakesh is ever stale, as there's always something or the other going on. I think the audience will enjoy it if it stays fresh and interesting to watch."
Be honest - does Rakesh feel any remorse? Or is he just annoyed to have been caught out?
"He does feel remorse. Rakesh might have unscrupulous ways of going about things, but he does act from a good place in general. He was doing this to protect his son and there have been occasions in the past where he's tried to help people.
"Rakesh is also willing to take the repercussions. To some extent the audience will find closure and they'll see how he deals with it now. It's very important that the audience accepts the way he's dealt with the consequences of his actions."
We often hear about soap baddies being confronted by viewers in the supermarket. Have you ever had any stick over Rakesh's antics?
"Yeah! But do you know what? Rakesh is still popular. People come up to me and say, 'I love your character. You're very naughty. Why did you do that to your son? When are you going to tell him?' I get that, but I don't get abuse!
"The viewers do genuinely enjoy watching Rakesh. I also think he is redeemable at this stage. I haven't crossed that line where I'm just an all-and-out villain. That's what makes him interesting - that he has got different shades to him."
Do you ever get any input into the character's development?
"They're open to ideas, but I personally haven't made any suggestions so far. I would like to see Rakesh maybe face adversity and see what colours come out during that. A darker side being explored would be interesting. It's always nice to see someone lose it all, but then build it up again. If it means him completely turning to the dark side, so be it."
The fans have often picked up on Rakesh's connection with Chrissie Sugden. Would you like that to be explored more?
"I think so, because there was a good reaction from the fans when we had scenes together. They definitely want to see more of that. Fiona Wade [who plays Priya], Louise Marwood [who plays Chrissie] and I all work well together, so I think there's scope there definitely."
There were a lot of news stories late last year about lack of diversity in TV. Do you think the industry still has a way to go?
"I think it's moving in the right direction. The fact that people are starting to tackle it and talk about it is a very good thing. The characters that ITV have created on Emmerdale are very progressive and done really well."
Is it easier to land a role now than it was 10 years ago?
"It's not about landing 'a role' in particular - it's about landing the right role where you can say something meaningful and play a leading character. For me, utopia is when I bypass my ethnicity - when I just play a character and people are just interested in that character regardless of anything else. To some degree I have that with Rakesh, and I think it's the way forward. Hopefully there'll be more of that."
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Serena Williams
10-01-2016, 00:53
VERY surprised the Emmerdale writiers are IGNORING RACE in this storyline, it is clear to me Raklesh is ashamed his son had a baby with an older WHITE WOMAN. I think the Emmerdale writers need to stiop ignoring race. I have heard in South Asian cultures interracial romance is FROWNED UPON and absolutely NOT ACCEPTED. Which is why, I find the interracial babies, and the relationships surprising without the discussion of RACE. I remember watching a documentary where a South Asian woman married a white man in Canada and her family disowned her. So I think the writers ignoring RACE in this storyline is wrong. Why can' t the writers be honest. Rakesh is deeply disappointed his son has a mixed race baby. I think ignoring race is ignoring reality.
maidmarian
10-01-2016, 02:48
VERY surprised the Emmerdale writiers are IGNORING RACE in this storyline, it is clear to me Raklesh is ashamed his son had a baby with an older WHITE WOMAN. I think the Emmerdale writers need to stiop ignoring race. I have heard in South Asian cultures interracial romance is FROWNED UPON and absolutely NOT ACCEPTED. Which is why, I find the interracial babies, and the relationships surprising without the discussion of RACE. I remember watching a documentary where a South Asian woman married a white man in Canada and her family disowned her. So I think the writers ignoring RACE in this storyline is wrong. Why can' t the writers be honest. Rakesh is deeply disappointed his son has a mixed race baby. I think ignoring race is ignoring reality.
but why would Rakesh disapprove of Kirin having a
baby with a White Woman when he (.Rakesh) has
married a mixed Race White Woman
Priyas mother Georgia is White and her Father
South Asian so.all three children Jai Nikil & Priya
are the same racial mix as Kirin/ Vanessa s child.
Nikil also had a child with Gennie??!!
Ps- Emmerdale is set in.Uk- perhaps there is a
more tolerant attitude!!?
TaintedLove
10-01-2016, 03:08
but why would Rakesh disapprove of Kirin having a
baby with a White Woman when he (.Rakesh) has
married a mixed Race White Woman
Priyas mother Georgia is White and her Father
South Asian so.all three children Jai Nikil & Priya
are the same racial mix as Kirin/ Vanessa s child.
Nikil also had a child with Gennie??!!
Ps- Emmerdale is set in.Uk- perhaps there is a
more tolerant attitude!!?
I don`t think Rakesh and Princess Priyah are married are they? If they are I must have glazed over scenes of their wedding. Which usually happens when Priyah is in a scene.
What about Kirin`s Mother? what race was she? I don`t know too much about that family anyway. Is Rakesh a widower or separated from Kirins Mother? And was Rakesh as controlling with Kirins Mother as he is with Kirin?
I`ve always found Rakesh to be a massive hypocrite anyway. He really deserved that punch in Fridays episode. I just wish Kirin had hit him harder.
maidmarian
10-01-2016, 03:58
I don`t think Rakesh and Princess Priyah are married are they? If they are I must have glazed over scenes of their wedding. Which usually happens when Priyah is in a scene.
What about Kirin`s Mother? what race was she? I don`t know too much about that family anyway. Is Rakesh a widower or separated from Kirins Mother? And was Rakesh as controlling with Kirins Mother as he is with Kirin?
I`ve always found Rakesh to be a massive hypocrite anyway. He really deserved that punch in Fridays episode. I just wish Kirin had hit him harder.
Ive checked Wiki and no mention of Kirins mother
is made. I think I was assuming Rakesh was
married to Priya for similar reasons to youself.
But he is certainly an hypocrite with double
standards. Perhaps the fact the Sharmas have
money outweigh any "shame"?"
I live in a city in UK and there are quite a lot
of "mixed marriages" inc some work colleagues.
Ive not heard of anyone being "disowned" but
of course it may happen sometime!
I dont think anyone as strict - as in Serenas example
would be mixing as Rakesh does?
Thanks for pointing out the errors in this
fictional scenario:love:
Serena Williams
10-01-2016, 05:26
but why would Rakesh disapprove of Kirin having a
baby with a White Woman when he (.Rakesh) has
married a mixed Race White Woman
Priyas mother Georgia is White and her Father
South Asian so.all three children Jai Nikil & Priya
are the same racial mix as Kirin/ Vanessa s child.
Nikil also had a child with Gennie??!!
Ps- Emmerdale is set in.Uk- perhaps there is a
more tolerant attitude!!?
I got a question, did the show ever say Kirin mother is white? I am guessing Kirin is supposed to be mixed race because he is light skinned. But I heard in India some Indians really are just very fair skinned especially if they are from Northern India. Also, parents are hypocritical all the time, remember when Rakesh said he had to give up his dreams because Kirin was born. It seemed to me he was ashamed of himself and he wanted BETTER for his son. And perhaps in Rakesh eyes having a baby for an older white woman at age 18 is not considered a good thing in South Asian culture. This is where the Emmerdale writers need to improve you got a South Asian family on the show stop pretending they are NOT South Asian and stop ignoring their culture.
Serena Williams
10-01-2016, 05:32
Ive checked Wiki and no mention of Kirins mother
is made. I think I was assuming Rakesh was
married to Priya for similar reasons to youself.
But he is certainly an hypocrite with double
standards. Perhaps the fact the Sharmas have
money outweigh any "shame"?"
I live in a city in UK and there are quite a lot
of "mixed marriages" inc some work colleagues.
Ive not heard of anyone being "disowned" but
of course it may happen sometime!
I dont think anyone as strict - as in Serenas example
would be mixing as Rakesh does?
Thanks for pointing out the errors in this
fictional scenario:love: Of course Rakesh is a hypocrite but the issue of "shame" and family honour is huge in South Asian culture. I am not sure if you heard of honour killings? Where a South Asian family will have a family member usually a female killed off because she did something that "shamed" the family. The Emmerdale writers seem to be suggesting Rafesh feels ashamed of Kirin for having a mixed baby. It would be NICE if the show went there but Emmerdale tends not to have serious discussions about race unlike say EastEnders. But in the South Asian culture, family honour is a big deal and extremely important. I just hope Kirin and Rakesh have a discussion more about honouring the family ect. South Asian culture is different than white British culture.
According to Wiki, Rakesh was married to Sana Kotecha, who died in a car crash. The name sounds Asian to me. Priya got cold feet before the wedding but agreed to get back with Rakesh after a short while and to start courting properly rather than going through the arranged marriage. I don´t think that there is any sexism going on, Rakesh did not want Kirin to be the father of a baby because at 18 he thinks his son is too young to cope with parenthood, nothing to do with the mother of the baby being white and older
Serena Williams
10-01-2016, 16:32
According to Wiki, Rakesh was married to Sana Kotecha, who died in a car crash. The name sounds Asian to me. Priya got cold feet before the wedding but agreed to get back with Rakesh after a short while and to start courting properly rather than going through the arranged marriage. I don´t think that there is any sexism going on, Rakesh did not want Kirin to be the father of a baby because at 18 he thinks his son is too young to cope with parenthood, nothing to do with the mother of the baby being white and older
Race was not mentioned but it was implied in South Asian culture interracial relationships are frowned upon. I doubt Rakesh is happy his son had a baby for a middle aged white slapper. I doubt the extended family would be thrilled Kirin has a mixed race baby. The show writers should not ignore race issues. The writing is weird the Sharmas are the only people of colour on the show yet race is rarely mentioned. Eastenders does a better job than Emmerdale dealing with race issues.
Serena Williams
10-01-2016, 16:32
According to Wiki, Rakesh was married to Sana Kotecha, who died in a car crash. The name sounds Asian to me. Priya got cold feet before the wedding but agreed to get back with Rakesh after a short while and to start courting properly rather than going through the arranged marriage. I don´t think that there is any sexism going on, Rakesh did not want Kirin to be the father of a baby because at 18 he thinks his son is too young to cope with parenthood, nothing to do with the mother of the baby being white and older
Race was not mentioned but it was implied in South Asian culture interracial relationships are frowned upon. Family honour is extremely important in South Asian culture. Rakesh feels shame and ashamed of Kirin. I doubt Rakesh is happy his son had a baby for a middle aged white slapper. I doubt the extended family would be thrilled Kirin has a mixed race baby. The show writers should not ignore race issues. The writing is weird the Sharmas are the only people of colour on the show yet race is rarely mentioned. Eastenders does a better job than Emmerdale dealing with race issues.
VERY surprised the Emmerdale writiers are IGNORING RACE in this storyline, it is clear to me Raklesh is ashamed his son had a baby with an older WHITE WOMAN. I think the Emmerdale writers need to stiop ignoring race. I have heard in South Asian cultures interracial romance is FROWNED UPON and absolutely NOT ACCEPTED. Which is why, I find the interracial babies, and the relationships surprising without the discussion of RACE. I remember watching a documentary where a South Asian woman married a white man in Canada and her family disowned her. So I think the writers ignoring RACE in this storyline is wrong. Why can' t the writers be honest. Rakesh is deeply disappointed his son has a mixed race baby. I think ignoring race is ignoring reality.
I think you find it was ... by you ....
Race was not mentioned but it was implied in South Asian culture interracial relationships are frowned upon. Family honour is extremely important in South Asian culture. Rakesh feels shame and ashamed of Kirin. I doubt Rakesh is happy his son had a baby for a middle aged white slapper. I doubt the extended family would be thrilled Kirin has a mixed race baby. The show writers should not ignore race issues. The writing is weird the Sharmas are the only people of colour on the show yet race is rarely mentioned. Eastenders does a better job than Emmerdale dealing with race issues.
As someone who spends a lot of your time on this forum writing about prejudice and discrimination, do you not consider it extremely hypocritical that you use a such a misogyninistic term in the above paragraph?
Of course Rakesh is a hypocrite but the issue of "shame" and family honour is huge in South Asian culture. I am not sure if you heard of honour killings? Where a South Asian family will have a family member usually a female killed off because she did something that "shamed" the family. The Emmerdale writers seem to be suggesting Rafesh feels ashamed of Kirin for having a mixed baby. It would be NICE if the show went there but Emmerdale tends not to have serious discussions about race unlike say EastEnders. But in the South Asian culture, family honour is a big deal and extremely important. I just hope Kirin and Rakesh have a discussion more about honouring the family ect. South Asian culture is different than white British culture.
ED suggesting that Rakesh is ashamed that the baby is mixed race? Are they? I haven't picked that up at all.
And I really hope ED DOESNT want to have a 'serious discussion' about race. It's not a sociopolitical docudrama.
Seriously, so many viewers take soaps far too seriously. Why does everything have be continually dissected :thumbsdow
rakesh wanted better things for kirin like a good college education and job maybe like him in law he didn't want kirin settled down with a kid with any woman no matter age or race
Telly Watcher
12-02-2016, 10:00
Kirin Kotecha could take a dramatic parting shot at his dad Rakesh as he departs Emmerdale for good – by indirectly framing him for his own crime!
Viewers were left shocked when Kirin accidentally ran down and killed Tess Harris and Adam Fielding has confirmed that the storyline twist will pave the way for his character’s exit the following week.
But even though Kirin will be gone from the village after disappearing, having left a goodbye note for Vanessa, he is unlikely to be forgotten.
And Pasha Bocarie, who plays Rakesh, has suggested that Rakesh may end up taking the fall for Kirin’s crime – and the likelihood of Kirin coming forward to protect his dad would be pretty minimal after everything that happened with Johnny’s DNA results…
He told Metro.co.uk: ‘Rakesh gets a letter from Kirin. [The police] find his car. Rakesh confesses to Vanessa that he has a letter and Paddy hears this. And gets me into trouble as revenge. Because he knows I’m covering for Kirin. Things go badly wrong after that.’
With Rakesh also set to reveal significant money worries and his wedding to Priya approaching, it’s a stressful time for him. So how will he cope?
Pasha continued: ‘You’re going to see a side of Rakesh that you haven’t seen before. To some people, losing their money is the worst thing that can happen. And what happens with Kirin compounds his misery. Chrissie is a big part in helping him. Jai surprises him.
‘And he ends up confiding in Jimmy, a man who’s had his own money problems. And there’s good chemistry between those two characters. It’s a nice bromance.’
But will the police believe that he had no part to play in Tess’ death?
By Duncan Lindsay, Metro.co.uk
http://metro.co.uk/2016/02/11/emmerdale-spoilers-kirin-kotecha-frames-dad-rakesh-for-tess-harris-death-5674460/
Telly Watcher
13-02-2016, 14:44
What's on TV published a video interview with Pasha Bocaire [Rakesh] on Thursday 11 Feb this week.
In the interview, Pasha Bocaire says how his possible fling with Chrissie seems to be over, how he wants to be with Priya, how he loses his job (TW: is this because he tries to help Kirin evade the police?), how his flats are "going down" (TW: is this a planning permission problem, a general drop in housing market prices or criminal damage by arson, etc?).
The article:
In the aftermath of Kirin's shock hit-and-run accident, in which viewers saw the drunk lad fatally collide with Paddy's secret lover, Tess, there's going to be a killer cover-up!
Emmerdale star Pasha Bocarie, who plays Kirin's lawyer dad Rakesh, revealed he will desperately try to cover his tracks when he finds out what Kirin has done.
"Rakesh doesn't have time to react," says Pasha. "The police are on their way. Rakesh realises he has an opportunity to help his son, who is in need. But what happens between the two characters is quite sad and emotional."
The dramatic storyline will see the departure of the character Kirin, following Emmerdale star Adam Fielding's decision to leave the soap after two years.
"It's sad to see the character go," added Pasha. "But it's also been exciting to play this material. There's been a lot for us to get our teeth stuck into and Adam was happy with the way it was handled."
What's on TV article and video interview at:
http://www.whatsontv.co.uk/emmerdale/news/emmerdales-pasha-bocarie-rakesh-is-devastated-but-hes-going-to-cover-up-for-kirin-video
Telly Watcher
16-02-2016, 01:10
Rakesh Kotecha's career will lie in tatters on Emmerdale next week as he pays the price for his son Kirin's fatal mistake.
With Kirin nowhere to be found following his abrupt exit from the village, suspicion rightly grows that he must have been responsible for Tess Harris's tragic hit and run death.
As they can't question Kirin, the police focus their attentions on Rakesh instead - convinced that he must be helping his teenage son to evade justice.
When detectives discover that Kirin has sent a letter to Rakesh, they quiz the slippery lawyer about its contents, but he plays dumb by denying having ever received it.
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Rakesh is quizzed by detectives
That may be enough to keep Rakesh from landing himself in trouble with the boys in blue, but his law firm are far more ruthless and put him on indefinite unpaid leave as a punishment.
Pasha Bocarie, who plays Rakesh, revealed: "He's put on unpaid leave because his firm found out about Kirin. His reputation is at stake and there's a rumour he's hiding his son from the law.
"Never in his wildest dreams did he expect his life to be like this. He's usually in control, but right now he has no control. This is definitely a low point for Rakesh, but he's a fighter and a survivor. The audience is going to see a different side to Rakesh."
Few characters are down on their luck for too long in the soap world, and it seems that Rakesh has a chance to rise again when Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) makes contact with him from prison.
Charity tells Rakesh that she wants his help getting all of her money out of the haulage business she owns with Jimmy King. However, rather than get involved with Charity's latest scheming, Rakesh decides to stay on an honourable track - tipping Jimmy off over her intentions and vowing to play her at her own game.
Bocarie added: "There's something about Charity that reminds Rakesh of himself. She plays rough, but she's determined to get what she wants. I think a small part of him does admire her.
"But he's trying to learn from his mistakes and do the right thing for once, and he feels sorry for Jimmy. Even though he desperately needs the money, he decides to do a good thing."
By Daniel Kilkelly, Digital Spy
http://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/emmerdale/news/a783620/emmerdale-spoilers-rakesh-kotecha-could-lose-his-whole-career-thanks-to-killer-kirin/
Telly Watcher
16-02-2016, 01:43
Rakesh Kotecha remains determined to protect his son Kirin in the wake of the death of Tess Harris – but he could be playing with fire, especially when Paddy Kirk figures out what is going on.
The drama kicks off when Rakesh receives a shocking letter from Kirin in the post and a conflicted Priya is unsure over whether to help Rakesh to destroy it – or to call him out for covering up a crime.
Rakesh later hears that Ross Barton is hunting for Kirin and may contact the police and, when Kirin’s car is discovered burnt out by police, it seems like the game may be up for the runaway youngster.
Priya feels deeply uneasy when she hears her husband to be lying to the authorities.
Meanwhile, Paddy reckons that Kirin’s vanishing act proves that he killed Tess and is furious when he believes that Rakesh is covering things up. But while Rhona forbids him from interfering and calling the police, will Paddy take heed of her wishes?
The police later turn up to confront Rakesh over the letter, leaving him in hot water just moments after he is suspended from work.
Is he about to face prison for helping to cover up the crime?
By Duncan Lindsay, Metro.co.uk
http://metro.co.uk/2016/02/16/emmerdale-spoilers-paddy-kirks-rage-as-rakesh-kotecha-covers-for-kirin-over-tess-harris-death-5677148/
Telly Watcher
17-02-2016, 14:08
Rakesh soon gets suspended from his legal job when his employers become aware that the police are investigating him about his involvement with his son Kirin's disappearance following the hit and run car incident in which Tess Harris died.
Pasha Bocarie [Rakesh] gave a recent interview to Inside Soap about his latest storyline involving his son, Kirin.
With no job, bills flooding in for his redevelopment of Mill Cottage and a wedding to Priya to pay for, Rakesh's protection of Kirin is set to cost him dearly. But his financial issues are the least of his troubles right now...
"Never in his wildest dreams did Rakesh expect his life to be like this," shares Pasha. "He's usually in control but right now, when there is so much at stake, he has no control. Maybe it's karma. This is definitely a low point for Rakesh, but he's a survivor - and the audience is definitely about to see a different side to him..."
By Allison Jones
Inside Soap, 20-26 Feb 2016
TW:
Rakesh shortly approaches Jimmy and Nicola about the haulage business (of which Charity has a half-share and which she wants to cash in on...)
Telly Watcher
01-03-2016, 02:09
Rakesh Kotecha and Priya Sharma's wedding is thrown into serious jeopardy on Emmerdale next week, as the groom's secrets start to unravel at the worst possible time.
While Rakesh (Pasha Bocarie) should be on cloud nine in the build-up to the ceremony, he fears that his big day will turn into a disaster as his financial troubles are escalating by the minute.
With the lavish event looming, Rakesh knows that he can't settle the bills for the wedding and even resorts to selling his watch as a desperate quick fix.
Rakesh later swallows his pride by confiding in Jai Sharma about the total mess he's in, but it's Chrissie Sugden who really shows her support when she finds out what's going on.
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Rakesh talks about his problems to Jai
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Jai is stunned by Rakesh's admission
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Rakesh has admitted the extent of his money problems
Stepping in to rescue Rakesh on the day of his wedding, Chrissie kindly offers to pay for the caterers so that the reception plans won't be disrupted.
Rakesh is hugely grateful for Chrissie's support, but when Priya walks in on them hugging and wants an explanation for the suspicious encounter, he has to come clean about what's really going on.
Priya feels betrayed when she realises that Rakesh kept her in the dark over their financial situation, and is quick to insist that she wasn't really bothered about having an expensive event.
An apologetic Rakesh begs Priya for another chance and asks her to still marry him, leaving her with a big decision to make.
Later, everyone is in the pub wondering where the happy couple are, but there's a shock in store when Rakesh and Priya do finally arrive. Has the wedding been scrapped as a desperate cost-cutting measure, or is there cheerier news to share?
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Everyone waits for Priya and Rakesh
Emmerdale airs these scenes on Thursday, March 10 at 7pm and 8pm on ITV.
By Daniel Kilkelly, Digital Spy
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Emmerdale's Rakesh Kotecha will embark on his most shocking scheme yet next week, as he ruthlessly sets fire to Mill Cottage.
Rakesh sparks danger and destruction in the village when he decides that a risky arson plan is the answer to his latest problems.
A dramatic new storyline on the ITV soap will see the disgraced lawyer hit with more bad news, as he learns that Mill Cottage is a write-off due to a serious dry rot problem.
All of Rakesh's money is now tied up with the property as he's recently decided to have it converted into flats. Quickly realising that he is facing financial ruin, Rakesh decides to set fire to the cottage in a reckless insurance scam.
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After spraying graffiti and smashing the place up to cover his own tracks, Rakesh pours white spirits around the building before striking a match and rushing out.
As the flames begin to spread, though, what Rakesh doesn't realise is that Mill Cottage's former resident Nicola King is hiding upstairs.
Nicola has sneaked in to retrieve a bag of sex toys (yep, really) after getting passionate with her husband Jimmy in the empty building the night before.
Once Rakesh has gone, Nicola is left to face the flames all by herself but disaster strikes when a box of white spirits explodes, bringing down scaffolding and knocking her out.
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As Nicola screams for help, she catches the attention of Ronnie Hale and Dan Spencer, who both hurry to the burning building and make their way inside. But will everyone make it out unscathed?
Pasha Bocarie, who plays Rakesh, revealed: "Rakesh starts the fire because all of the money that he has poured into Mill Cottage is about to go down the drain. Ronnie tells him that the building is infested with dry rot, which means it's absolutely worthless and he's lost all of his money. Ronnie is refusing to do any work there because it's too dangerous.
"Starting the fire is literally the only way out for Rakesh. He's got nothing left. He hasn't got a job, so it's probably the last resort for him to recover some money and stay afloat.
"Rakesh reads something in the insurance form which says that if there's a fire, he'll get a certain amount of money. That amount would actually cover Rakesh for the dry rot and also enable him to get the money to the people he owes in the village."
Discussing the jaw-dropping moment that Rakesh unknowingly leaves Nicola in the burning building, Bocarie added: "Rakesh is not assuming anybody will be there, because it's supposed to be an empty building.
"Rakesh doesn't just torch the place, he absolutely demolishes it. That's why it's such a shock when he later sees Nicola pulled out on a stretcher. He's in disbelief because he realises there are more people inside the building.
"Rakesh feels really guilty afterwards. At this moment in time, he realises what he's done and money doesn't really compare to that. I think that becomes really apparent to him."
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Nicola turns out to be one of the villagers most affected by the terrifying ordeal, as she struggles to move her right arm or leg while recovering in hospital in the aftermath.
The doctors tell Nicola that she'll have to undergo tests to determine whether there's any permanent damage, leaving fans on tenterhooks to discover her fate.
Promising big things from the high-stakes storyline, Bocarie added: "It's by far the most incredible thing I've done. The best way to describe this storyline is 'explosive' and everybody was so excited about it.
"Everyone had a chance to do something different and up their game. Really it was like being on a feature film. I've never seen anything like it.
"There was a massive explosion and you'll see the place being absolutely demolished by myself in a very fast and explosive action sequence. I think you're going to be on the edge of your seats."
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has he a daughter in boarding school?
Emmerdale's Rakesh Kotecha could be making another big mistake as he turns to gambling in a bid to solve his desperate financial situation next week.
Viewers know Rakesh (Pasha Bocarie) was responsible for starting the blaze at Mill Cottage last month after deciding that the risky arson plan was the only way out of his crisis. However, the scheme has monumentally backfired on him, as the suspicious insurers have since refused to pay out.
With Priya pushing him about chasing up the insurance company, a stressed Rakesh spots an opportunity when Dan invites him, Rishi and Rodney for a poker night.
At Dale Head, Rakesh is on a winning streak when Pierce arrives to join the game and Rodney suggests they up the stakes.
Knowing he needs money quick, Rakesh impulsively bets £500, but everyone is surprised when Pierce equals it.
However, when Rakesh wins again, Pierce dares him to up the stakes and the two men start the betting at two grand. With the stakes higher than ever, Rakesh and Pierce go all in, but who will come out on top? And is Rakesh playing a very risky game here?
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Emmerdale airs these scenes next week on ITV.
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04-10-2016, 00:12
Rakesh Kotecha will hit rock bottom next week as he finds himself accused of a secret affair with Chrissie White.
Rakesh (Pasha Bocarie) comes under close scrutiny from his wife Priya after it's revealed that he's been secretly stealing money from the factory.
While Rakesh has only been trying to settle his mounting debts, Priya has another theory and thinks the strange financial transactions are actually proof he's been having an affair.
This seems to be confirmed when Priya takes a sneaky look at Chrissie's phone and finds the pictures she took when she lured Rakesh into a honey-trap a few weeks ago.
Fiona Wade, who plays Priya, revealed: "Rakesh and Chrissie have always had a friendship that Priya has been very suspicious about. Women's intuition is never wrong!
"Priya is waiting for Rakesh to come home after his time away and she's trying to give him a birthday party too, but there have been a few comments from Chrissie that have made her suspicious.
"Priya has also struggled to get hold of Rakesh while he's been away and she thinks he's having an affair. She manages to get hold of Chrissie's phone and happens to see a picture of Rakesh and Chrissie together, from when Chrissie tried to entice him into bed.
"Obviously that didn't happen, but Priya sees the picture and everything is confirmed in her eyes.
"Priya is mad and livid, so she gives Rakesh a hard slap in The Woolpack when she sees him. He arrives back and he thought he was coming back to a warm welcome!
"But Priya is a strong and feisty woman and she knows something is not quite right with her husband. She isn't going to stop until she finds out what."
Priya's fury leaves Rakesh with a massive decision to make. He can either let Priya think he's a love cheat, or confess to the real story - including his serious debt problems and how he used arson as a quick fix to deal with them.
Rakesh also considers a surprising third option when he checks his life insurance and comes up with a drastic - and potentially tragic - final solution to his problems.
As Rakesh writes Priya a heartbreaking letter, will he go through with what he's decided? Or is it time to finally tell Priya everything?
Fiona added: "I think Priya will go crazy when she finds out everything. The betrayal is awful - he's told lies, he's burned down Mill Cottage, he's taken money from the factory. That is all horrendous and I don't know how Rakesh is going to get out of this one.
"That slap in The Woolpack is one thing, but when Priya finds out the rest, I can't imagine what she's going to do.
"I do think Priya would be more understanding if she had known all of this from the beginning. But the longer it's going on, the more lies Rakesh is telling.
"I think audiences will feel for Rakesh next week - and rightly so, as he's been through a lot. But Priya has also got to protect her daughter and she's got to protect herself, because as we've seen, the situation is making her sick.
"Priya will be there for Rakesh, but she'll be looking after herself as well."
Emmerdale spoilers: Reunion ahead for Priya Sharma and Rakesh KotechaRakesh Kotecha has been hoping that there was a chance to salvage his marriage in Emmerdale and Priya Sharma finally seems ready to give things another chance as she starts to soften towards her ex.
Since their split, Rakesh has been desperately trying to prove himself to Priya and he gets the opportunity when Nicola King continues to wind up the woman he loves at the factory.
Interfering Nicola has been overly assertive and getting many a back up since arriving at the factory so when Rakesh stands up to her and puts her in her place, Priya is impressed with him.Later the pair are talking and Priya has certainly thawed towards Rakesh. As she seems prepared to put the past behind them and start a clean slate, she makes it clear that she is ready to try again in their marriage.
But will things work out this time or will Rakesh manage to mess things up again?
Emmerdale's Rakesh Kotecha faces a terrifying situation next week as he's attacked and kidnapped by a mystery culprit.
The shocking turn of events comes shortly after Rakesh has gone public over his reunion with his wife Priya Sharma, which clearly hasn't gone down well with everyone.
Priya's father Rishi and brother Jai are both livid when they hear that she's given Rakesh another chance, while Jimmy and Nicola King aren't pleased either as they haven't forgiven him for starting last year's Mill Cottage fire.
Even David Metcalfe is a potential suspect, as he doesn't want Priya (Fiona Wade) to move away with their baby daughter Amba when Rakesh takes a new job overseas.
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Rakesh and Priya Kotecha go public with their reunion in Emmerdale
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With the tension mounting, someone decides to take drastic action by attacking Rakesh and holding him captive while he's bound and gagged.
Surprisingly that's just the start of it, with the situation quickly escalating when things spiral even further out of control.
Pasha Bocarie, who plays Rakesh, revealed: "These scenes were very intense to film. I think fans are really going to be surprised and shocked by them.
"They won't be disappointed because there's a lot of action. It's very much like a dark comedy. Just when you think it's light, it gets very dark and very serious. It's well-written and well-directed.
"There's also a big stunt involved and I did part of that myself. It was one of the riskiest things I've ever done. Filming that was an adrenaline rush. I love a challenge and I trusted everyone there to make sure that it was done properly.
"Days like that are ones that everyone looks forward to - when you get to do something different and push boundaries. Both of us involved in this were really excited about this scene - and we really pushed ourselves to the limits."
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Rakesh Kotecha has been kidnapped in Emmerdale
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Discussing who the culprit could be, Pasha laughed: "There's a list of people who want to get Rakesh, so it could be anyone really! Rakesh is frightened for his life because things turn nasty when you least expect it. It gets out of control and that's when Rakesh starts to worry."
Pasha also answered two more burning Emmerdale questions - is Rakesh really leaving the village to start his new job? And will he ever be forgiven by the Sharmas?
He explained: "It's a difficult situation, because Rakesh knows that if he goes away, Priya would have to leave her family and Amba behind. He doesn't want that to happen. So even though it might have been the easiest thing to do, he realises that he has to stick around.
"I don't really think he'll ever be fully accepted by the Sharmas again, though. He's going to always have a problem with Jai. They've always had history and there's probably only room for one black sheep! But Rakesh just wants to have his own life with Priya, so it doesn't bother him if her family don't accept him."
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i thought he or priya would blackmail kings for business back as kings they got 10k and share of sharma business
If you thought that Rakesh Kotecha’s recent storyline had come to a close and he had endured all of the consequences from his actions, then think again – as Emmerdale actor Pasha Bocarie has promised an exciting and explosive climax for the long running saga.
Since Rakesh set fire to the Mill, an arson attack that went badly wrong and left Nicola King badly injured, he has been in a self destruct state – at one point even contemplating suicide. Everything came to a head when Jimmy confronted him, took him hostage and then accidentally knocked him out of a window and, as they reached an uneasy truce, that seemed to be the end of the matter.
But Rakesh’s situation will rear its head one more time – leading to dramatic ending.
Speaking at the RTS Awards, at which Emmerdale won the Best Soap and Continuing Drama prize, Pasha teased: ‘I think the upcoming episodes and the upcoming storyline are going to be pretty explosive. It’s not going to end well. What we’re looking at is the combination of all of the events that have taken place and the repercussions of all of that. It’s exciting and a dramatic end.’
It remains to be seen quite how badly things go for Rakesh and those around him but could the trouble end up leading to an end for the character as well as the storyline?
Or can Rakesh and Priya pick up the pieces once more?
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I hope they don´t kill him off :nono:
does he leave on run next week?
Pasha Bocarie has thanked Emmerdale fans following his character's departure from the show.
The actor, who played Rakesh Kotecha on the ITV soap, bowed out from the soap during last night's (June 15) episode after Rakesh found out his wife Priya had cheated on him and subsequently became embroiled in a number of blackmail plots gone awry.
Bocarie has now thanked fans for their "love and support" in a sweet social media post, confirming his exit from the soap.
The post also features a picture of the actor on a boat somewhere sunny, so it's good to know Rakesh has opted for a more tropical destination after three years in the Dales.
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3 years, wow! My thanks to the fans whose love and support always inspired me, Its been a privilege.🙏🏾💪❤️@emmerdale @pasha_fans
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"Three years, wow! My thanks to the fans whose love and support always inspired me. Its been a privilege," Bocarie wrote.
Last night's episode saw Rakesh exit the soap after displaying some very poor negotiation skills. His arson secret was previously outed by a drunken Jimmy King and he was reported to the police.
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My thanks to the crew @emmerdale ,always pushing boundaries and making us actors look good!
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In another post, Bocarie thanked the cast and crew of the soap for "pushing boundaries."
He wrote: "My thanks to the crew always pushing boundaries and making us actors look good!"
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