Masood Ahmed

Name: Masood Ahmed
First Appeared: 16th October 2007
Last Appeared: 19th February 2019
Played by: Nitin Ganatra

From postman to restaurateur, Masood’s career changes while in Walford were as frequent as the drama in his life. With his charming smile and endless optimism, Masood quickly became a beloved figure in the community, even if his luck wasn’t always on his side.

Masood’s family life was a rollercoaster of emotions. His marriage to Zainab was the stuff of soap opera legend – full of fiery arguments, heartfelt reconciliations, and more plot twists than a mystery novel. Together, they navigated financial troubles, cultural clashes, and the challenges of raising their children, Syed, Tamwar, Shabnam, and Kamil.

After his tumultuous marriage to Zainab ended, he found himself entangled in a series of romantic escapades. From his affair with Jane Beale to his relationships with Carol Jackson, Carmel Kazemi, and Kathy Beale, Masood’s heart was always in the right place, even if his timing wasn’t.

Masood left the Square in 2019, but it seems he may not have gone far: former lover Jane called him from her home in the Cotswalds in 2024, indicating they had reunited!