BBC’s highly-anticipated The Split spin-off just added another big name to its “standout guest stars”

A new series, The Split Up, set in Manchester and connected to the show The Split, is adding well-known actors. The latest big name joining the cast has everyone wondering: who is it?

Lenny Henry and Jane Horrocks will appear as guest stars in the new legal drama, it was announced last month. Joining them will be Jameela Jamil, known for her role in The Good Place, though her specific part hasn’t been revealed.

BBC’s The Split Up is getting a new cast, a new location, and plenty of new relationship drama! Jameela Jamil will appear as a guest star alongside Ritu Arya. Filming is currently underway and the series will soon be available on BBC iPlayer.

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Ursula Rani Sarma’s novel, The Split Up, takes place amidst the complex world of high-stakes divorces in Manchester. The story centers on the wealthy and influential Kishan family, whose fortunes, hidden truths, and bonds of loyalty are soon to be challenged.

Kishan Law is a Manchester-based family law firm specializing in high net worth cases. They’re known for serving a prestigious clientele and maintaining a strong reputation for excellence, honesty, and privacy – making them the first choice for many of Manchester’s most prominent families.

However, a long-held family secret threatens everything for Kishan Law, potentially jeopardizing both their firm’s future and the personal lives of those involved, causing significant disruption.

The series also stars Sanjeev Bhaskar, Aysha Kala, Arian Nik, Danny Ashok, Dimitri Leonidas, Mawaan Rizwan, Sindhu Vee, Shalini Peiris, and Tom Forbes, alongside the previously announced guest stars and Arya.

Ursula Rani Sarma is an executive producer on the series, working with Abi Morgan, the creator of The Split. Writer Kaamil Shah recently hinted that the show will be “really sexy,” giving viewers a taste of what’s to come.

They’re working with a new team of British Asian divorce lawyers based in Manchester. They described the project as very exciting, praising showrunner Ursula Rani Sarma. The show is unique in its portrayal of British Asian characters and stories.

Honestly, I’m super excited about this show. It feels really good to be part of something that’s actually showing British Asian characters being real – dealing with complicated relationships, making mistakes, and just being messy, you know? There are some seriously intense and dramatic moments, and I’m really proud of that.

The Split Up has no release date.

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2025-11-03 14:49