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Saturday, 27 August 2022

On and On It Goes: Former EastEnders star Ashvin Luximon who played Asif Malik in the BBC soap dies from aneurysm aged 38

 Former Eastenders star Ashvin Luximon has died from an aneurysm at the age of 38, his family has confirmed.

He passed away on July 23 of this year, with the funeral taking place on August 11.

Luximon is best known for playing Asif Malik in the BBC drama, a role he portrayed from September 1999 to October 2003, appearing in 146 episodes.

Friends said his death was a ‘huge shock’, and his family has since set up a tribute page in which they are raising money for charity in his name.

They said in a statement: ‘This site is a tribute to Ash, who passed on the 23rd July 2022 due to a aneurysm.

‘Ash’s unexpected passing has hit us all hard, but we want to take the time to remember his larger than life spirit.

‘He loved and was loved by so many. He sang a mean karaoke tune and had a voice loud enough to hear from space! He brought laughter and the best cuddles.’...<<<Read More>>>...