Rakhee Thakrar

Rakhee Thakrar

40 · Born: Feb 29, 1984

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BornFeb 29, 1984 Leicester, Leicestershire, England, UK

Biography

Rakhee Thakrar, a talented English actress, entered this world on a unique day, February 29th, 1984, making her a leap year baby. Throughout her illustrious career, she has garnered widespread recognition for her captivating portrayals of memorable characters.

One of her most notable roles was that of Shabnam Masood in the long-running BBC One soap opera EastEnders, a position she held from 2014 to 2016. Her impressive performance undoubtedly contributed to the show's enduring popularity.

In addition to her work on EastEnders, Rakhee has also made a significant impact in the world of Netflix, starring as Emily Sands in the comedy-drama series Sex Education since 2019. Her versatility as an actress has allowed her to seamlessly transition between genres and mediums.

Furthermore, Rakhee has explored the realm of audio dramas, taking on the role of Bliss, the trusted companion of the Eighth Doctor, in Big Finish's Doctor Who: The Time War series. Her dedication to her craft is evident in her ability to excel in a wide range of roles, solidifying her position as a talented and sought-after actress in the industry.

Career

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2025
{"id":274381,"title":"Spirit of Place","year":"2024","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/spirit-of-place","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_274381.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_274381.jpg"},"released":1}
2024
{"id":103846025,"title":"Finders Keepers","year":2024,"character":"DS Doyle","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/finders-keepers","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103846025.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103846025.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":217474,"title":"My Happy Ending","year":"2023","character":"Imaan","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/my-happy-ending","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_217474.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_217474.jpg"},"released":1}
2023
{"id":271792,"title":"Choked Up","year":"2023","character":"Saskia","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/choked-up","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_271792.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_271792.jpg"},"released":1}
Choked Up
Choked Up as Saskia
{"id":203198,"title":"Wonka","year":"2023","character":"Lottie Bell","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/wonka","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3icpsn8vjfk0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3icpsn8vjfk0.jpg"},"released":1}
Wonka
Wonka as Lottie Bell
{"id":103838448,"title":"Rules of the Game","year":2022,"character":"Maya Benshaw","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/rules-of-the-game","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/bkviafnurbk0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/bkviafnurbk0.jpg"},"released":1}
2022
Rules of the Game
Rules of the Game as Maya Benshaw
{"id":103840865,"title":"Karen Pirie","year":2022,"character":"Bel Richmond","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/karen-pirie","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103840865.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103840865.jpg"},"released":1}
Karen Pirie
Karen Pirie as Bel Richmond
{"id":103840649,"title":"The Girl Before","year":2021,"character":"Mia","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/the-girl-before","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103840649.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103840649.jpg"},"released":1}
2021
{"id":189745,"title":"Running Naked","year":"2020","character":"Jade","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/running-naked","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_189745.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_189745.jpg"},"released":1}
2020
{"id":177796,"title":"23 Walks","year":"2020","character":"Registrar","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/23-walks","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_177796.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_177796.jpg"},"released":1}
23 Walks
23 Walks as Registrar
{"id":168378,"title":"Summerland","year":"2020","character":"Mrs. Evans","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/summerland","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6qet2a0ab2c0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6qet2a0ab2c0.jpg"},"released":1}
Summerland
Summerland as Mrs. Evans
{"id":103833888,"title":"Criminal: UK","year":2020,"character":"Nasreen Shah","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/criminal-uk","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103833888.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103833888.jpg"},"released":1}
Criminal: UK
Criminal: UK as Nasreen Shah
{"id":143988,"title":"End-O","year":"2019","character":"Dr. Womaan","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/end-o","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_143988.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_143988.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
End-O
End-O as Dr. Womaan
{"id":103832477,"title":"Sex Education","year":2019,"character":"Emily Sands","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/sex-education","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/g5ubon1m5h00.jpeg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/g5ubon1m5h00.jpeg"},"released":1}
Sex Education
Sex Education as Emily Sands
{"id":103832577,"title":"Four Weddings and a Funeral","year":2019,"character":"Fatima","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/four-weddings-and-a-funeral","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1o3m6n4884hg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/1o3m6n4884hg.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":1546,"title":"Peep Show","year":2012,"character":"Waitress","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/peep-show","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4i859sl4f2t0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4i859sl4f2t0.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Peep Show
Peep Show as Waitress
{"id":13089,"title":"Page Eight","year":"2011","character":"Muna Hammami","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/page-eight","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/t0g5i1227p40.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/t0g5i1227p40.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
Page Eight
Page Eight as Muna Hammami
{"id":150508,"title":"Banglatown Banquet","year":"2006","character":"Rozena","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/banglatown-banquet","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_150508.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_150508.jpg"},"released":1}
2006