EastEnders viewers are buzzing with speculation that fan-favourite Kheerat Panesar could soon return to Albert Square, following his brother Ravi Gulati’s dramatic arrest for human trafficking.

Ravi’s Downfall Rocks Walford

Wednesday night’s episode (November 5) delivered one of the most explosive twists of the year. The fallout from Harry Mitchell’s harrowing kidnapping ordeal sent shockwaves through Walford, leading police straight to Ravi.

Harry, played by Elijah Holloways, was finally rescued after being held hostage and drugged for weeks by Okie Okyere (Aayan Ibikunle Shoderu). His best friend Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) heroically saved him, but both young men remain under medical care as detectives untangle the case.

Under pressure, Harry identified Okie’s gang members, but investigators quickly realized the ruthless dealer wasn’t acting alone. When Harry finally named Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) as the ringleader, his mother Nicola looked on in disbelief.

Back home, Ravi sensed the walls closing in. He packed his bags for Ibiza and confessed his love to Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan-Levy), admitting she was the only person he’d ever truly loved. But before he could flee, police stormed the Panesar house and arrested him — leaving Priya devastated.

Could Kheerat Panesar Be Coming Home?

Ravi’s arrest immediately sent fans into overdrive, many believing it sets the stage for Kheerat Panesar’s long-awaited comeback.

Kheerat, portrayed by Jaz Deol, last appeared in EastEnders in 2022 when he took the blame for Ranveer’s death to protect his mother, Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal). Viewers later learned that Ravi was the true killer, leaving Kheerat wrongfully imprisoned.

Now, with Ravi behind bars, fans are convinced the truth about Ranveer’s murder could finally come out — and Kheerat could walk free.

One viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “Hear me out, if Ravi goes back in, can Kheerat come back out?” Another echoed the sentiment, posting, “Ravi in, Kheerat out? #EastEnders.”

A third fan added, “So Ravi’s finally getting what he deserves. Maybe this means Kheerat’s name will be cleared at last.”

Others also pointed out that Suki’s emotional connection to Kheerat has remained a strong thread throughout recent storylines, fueling hopes that his return could reunite the fractured Panesar family.

What’s Next for the Panesars?

With Ravi facing new criminal charges and Priya left heartbroken, the Panesar family’s future hangs in the balance. Could Kheerat’s freedom be the next major twist?

Fans certainly think so — and many are also calling for the return of Ash Panesar, who left Walford last year. As one viewer wrote, “We’re still waiting for Ash to come back, too. The Panesars aren’t complete without her and Kheerat.”

Whether Kheerat’s comeback is on the horizon or not, one thing is clear — Walford is bracing for another emotional storm, and the Panesars are once again at the heart of it.