Overview
- Speaking to Bang Showbiz at the world premiere of Christmas Karma, Ganatra said people ask him three to four times a day about returning to EastEnders.
- He added that he loves playing Masood Ahmed and would never say no to reprising the role.
- Masood last appeared in 2019, departing Walford for a new life in Australia with his young son.
- Ganatra described Masood’s broad appeal, saying fans from many backgrounds tell him they love the character.
- The renewed interest comes as several legacy characters returned in 2025, including Zoe Slater, Max Branning and Anthony Trueman, according to Manchester Evening News.