Former Hollyoaks actors reunite for a heartwarming get-together, as one of them announces their engagement.

Exciting news has come out of the Hollyoaks family as Rishi Nair, known for his role as Sami Maalik, announced his engagement to his long-time girlfriend, Natalie. The pair were joined by their closest friends and former co-stars for an intimate engagement party filled with love and laughter. Among the guests were Harvey Virdi, who played Misbah Maalik, and Haiesha Mistry, who played Yasmine Maalik.

The happy couple couldn't contain their joy as they shared a kiss while cutting into their beautifully decorated cake, which was enjoyed by all, including Haiesha who posted a photo of the cake on her Instagram with a sweet message congratulating the couple. It's clear that the night was filled with love and celebration.

Rishi, who has been a part of the Hollyoaks family since 2017, has portrayed the determined and vengeful character of Sami for four years. He made quite the entrance into the village, seeking revenge on James Nightingale for his father's death. Throughout his time on the show, Sami has been involved in many storylines, including his relationships with Sinead Shelby and Verity Hutchinson.

Currently, the beloved soap airs five times a week, but this will soon change in September when it will only air three times a week. This decision was made after research showed that younger audiences, who are the show's main demographic, tend to only watch an average of three episodes a week due to other forms of content competing for their attention. Sadly, this change will result in around 135 staff members losing their jobs.

However, despite the reduction in episodes and staff, Channel 4 remains committed to Hollyoaks and its unique storytelling. The station's chief content officer, Ian Katz, stated that this change will usher in a new era for the show, one with more scale and impact. Hollyoaks will continue to be a central part of Channel 4's programming and a highlight of their streaming service, with plans to celebrate its 30th anniversary and beyond.

The Hollyoaks family may be going through some changes, but one thing remains constant - their commitment to delivering authentic and compelling storytelling. Congratulations again to Rishi Nair and his fiancée on their engagement, and here's to many more years of Hollyoaks' success and impact.

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