Grantchester is set to welcome a new face as actor Rishi Nair joins the popular ITV period drama in the role of vicar Alphy Kotteram. But who exactly is this rising star?
The ninth season of the show premiered earlier this month, with fans bidding an emotional farewell to Tom Brittney, who played the much-loved vicar Will Davenport for six years.
Episode three, scheduled to air on Wednesday, January 22, at 9pm on ITV and ITVX, will introduce viewers to Will’s successor, vicar Alphy Kotteram, portrayed by Rishi Nair.
As we prepare for his grand entrance, and with Nair also celebrating his 34th birthday today, let’s delve into what we know about Grantchester’s latest addition.
The actor’s mum
Born in Ealing in 1991, Nair has kept his family life largely under wraps, but he has been candid about his close bond with his mother.
She was his guest at the National Diversity Awards 2018, …