Speculation is mounting among EastEnders fans, who believe that one of Walford’s most admired characters may soon be making a long-awaited return.
Kheerat Panesar, introduced in 2019 as part of the Panesar family, quickly captured the hearts of viewers with his charisma, intelligence and emotional depth. His departure in late 2022 shocked many, as he was imprisoned for the murder of Ranveer – a crime he didn’t actually commit. In a noble gesture, Kheerat took the blame, convinced that his mother Suki was responsible for the killing. However, it was later revealed in a dramatic twist that Ravi was, in fact, the real murderer.
Since then, fans have been hoping for Kheerat’s return, and fresh developments in the storyline have reignited that hope. With Nish Panesar recently reappearing and stirring tensions within the family, speculation has been rife that Kheerat could soon be back in Albert Square.
On Reddit, discussions among loyal viewers have been heating up. One user posted a picture of Kheerat with the caption, “New return?”, sparking a wave of comments and excitement across the fanbase. Another fan wrote, “EastEnders was clearly building him up to be a truly iconic character – I’ll always mourn his departure.” A third added, “Bringing Kheerat back would probably mean getting rid of either Suki or Ravi – and I’d hate to lose either of them.”
Despite his absence from the show, Kheerat remains a much-loved figure, often described by fans as the “most beautiful character to ever appear in Walford” – not just for his appearance, but for his strength of character and the emotional complexities he brought to the Panesar storyline.
His return, should it happen, could have major implications for the ongoing plot, particularly with the dynamic between Suki, Ravi, and the now-returned Nish. It would also offer an opportunity to revisit unresolved tensions and potentially bring justice to Kheerat’s wrongful imprisonment.
Although nothing has been officially confirmed by the show’s producers, the mounting fan speculation and recent shifts in the storyline suggest that Kheerat’s reappearance might not be far off.
For now, viewers will have to wait and see if one of the Square’s most compelling characters will make a triumphant comeback – and if he does, it’s sure to shake things up in classic EastEnders fashion.
