Aaliyah James | |
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 James in 2024 | |
| Born | Aaliyah James (2000-06-26)26 June 2000 (age 24) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2022–present |
| Television | Inside Man EastEnders |
Aaliyah James (born 26 June 2000) is an English actress, known for portraying the role ofAvani Nandra-Hart on theBBC soap operaEastEnders since 2023.
Aaliyah Laiqah James was born on 26 June 2000 inGreenwich,London.[1][2] She studied drama for herGCSEs and was involved in productions withOld Vic New Voices and the Age Exchange Company.[3] In 2022, James made her television debut when she appeared in theBBC One crime dramaInside Man, portraying a train passenger in the programme's first episode.[4][5]
In October 2023, James joined the cast of the BBC soap operaEastEnders asAvani Nandra-Hart.[6] Her character is introduced alongside motherPriya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy) as the secret daughter ofRavi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) and sister ofDavinder "Nugget" Gulati (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury).[7][8] Her storylines have included her reconciliation with her long-lost father, as well as her involvement in an underage relationship.[9][10][11]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Inside Man | Train passenger | 1 episode | [4] |
| 2023–present | EastEnders | Avani Nandra-Hart | Regular role | [12] |