'Emmerdale' star Rik Makarem reveals Nikhil, Gennie baby name row

Rik Makarem has revealed that his Emmerdale character Nikhil Sharma is convinced his baby will be a boy.

Gennie, played by Sian Reese-Williams, discovered she was pregnant with Nikhil's baby nearly a month ago.



Speaking to MSN, the actor said that Nikhil's certainty leads to arguments over the baby's name.

Makarem explained of the plot: "I don't think they know the sex, but Nikhil is subconsciously stating that it's a boy, much to Gennie's frustration.

"So there's lots of cute moments with regards to discussions about boys and girls names, and that kind of thing."

Meanwhile, the 30-year-old admitted that the storyline has left him feeling broody.

The star added: "It's kind of strange to go through that process, reading the baby names and choosing out outfits... oh dear!"

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