‘A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder’: Meet Zain Iqbal, the Charismatic Ravi Singh and Emma Myers’ On-Screen Love Interest in the Netflix Thriller Series

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder took centre stage on August 1, lighting up Bookstagram and BookTok with excitement! Holly Jackson’s beloved novel has jumped off the pages and onto the screen, and fans are here for it. This adaptation isn’t just a win for readers everywhere; it’s a special moment for Southeast Asians, getting to see one of their shine on a global platform. Buckle up—this show promises to deliver all the thrills and then some! Speaking of special moments, let’s talk about Ravi Singh, portrayed by the dashing Zain Iqbal. He’s set to sizzle on our screens and flood our social media feeds. If you’re a serial scroller or a book aficionado, you know Ravi’s charm is impossible to resist. He’s the hilarious, nickname-generating sweetheart who’s always there to support Pip (played by Emma Myers) in cracking those murder cases. The tall, dark, and handsome Zain has left everyone swooning. But who is he? Let’s dive in and find out more about him. Emma Myers and Zain Iqbal Cast as Leads in BBC Series A Good Girl's Guide To Murder.

'A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder' Trailer

Who is Zain Iqbal?

Zain Iqbal, hailing from Manchester, UK, grew up in Cheadle near Stockport. Although he studied economics at university, his heart was set on acting. The 26-year-old dived into student films and completed the Young Company programme at Manchester’s Royal Exchange Theatre. Despite his academic background, his passion for the silver screen led him to London post-graduation, where he boldly pursued his acting dreams. Beyond acting, Zain has a keen passion for boxing and continues to call the UK home.

Zain At 'A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder' Premiere

Zain Iqbal's Previous Work

Despite being dubbed a newcomer, Zain Iqbal boasts four years of industry experience. He’s taken on various background roles, often as schoolboys, which now blur in his memory. Zain made his debut in All Crazy Random in 2022 and was also featured in the short film Why ME? OTT Releases of The Week: Emma Myers in ‘A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder’ on Netflix, Kim Mu-Yeol and Yum Jung-ah in ‘No Way Out - The Roulette’ on Disney+ Hotstar, and More.

Zain Iqbal's Biggest Inspiration

For Zain Iqbal, two of his biggest inspirations in acting are Dev Patel and Clint Eastwood. In a chat with ELLE, he reminisced about watching classics like The Godfather and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly as a kid, admiring Eastwood’s and Marlon Brando’s performances. As he embarked on his acting career, Zain focused on actors who resembled him, studying the careers of Riz Ahmed and Dev Patel to see how they navigate the industry.

What Makes Zain Iqbal’s Role as Ravi So Special?

Zain Iqbal stars as Ravi, a character who teams up with Pip to clear his brother’s name and eventually becomes her boyfriend. Fans adore Ravi for being a refreshingly unique love interest on screen. In an interview, Zain highlighted the significance of his role as an Asian boy portrayed as cool, handsome, and kind, challenging typical stereotypes. He hopes the show, streaming on Netflix, will inspire viewers in South and East Asia, offering a richer portrayal than usual school dramas. Zain celebrated landing the role by buying the book from Waterstones and picking up wine and chocolates from Tesco to thank his agent.

'A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder' BTS

Zain Iqbal Talks About Emma Myers

When asked about his co-star, Zai Said  "It was amazing. Our first day was a car scene. We were sitting in a car doing a scene. It felt surreal, finally getting to do it with all after the preparation and being on the set, watching everything done together. It felt like I was living the dream. Emma is very amazing and supportive. She’s a good friend and has been very patient with me, taught me a lot and I felt at ease having her next to me."

Zain With Co-star Emma Myers

Zain stars alongside Emma Myers, who takes the lead as Pippa Fitz-Amobi in the series. Anna Maxwell Martin also features prominently in the show, adding depth to the cast. A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder landed on Netflix on August 1. This limited series spans six episodes, each running for 45 minutes. The official synopsis reveals that five years ago, schoolgirl Andie Bell was killed by her boyfriend, Sal Singh (FYI: Sal is the brother of Ravi).

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