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Last Updated 1st February 2012

Usha Franks

Played by Souad Faress

Usha Franks
  • Born: 17 Jun 1962
  • Status: Married
  • Occupation: Solicitor

Usha took a risk when she came to Ambridge against her parents' wishes, but her move from the city to the country has paid off. A level-headed and clever solicitor, she nevertheless has an unconventional side to her nature which she's been able to indulge thanks to her relationship with motorcycling vicar Alan Franks. The shockwaves that this pairing caused were felt throughout the parish and all the way to the Bishop, but Usha has a tough enough skin to cope.

Since becoming Mrs Franks she's made her mark on the Vicarage decor but had only limited success in persuading her husband to steer clear of his more adventurous pursuits.


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Likes & Dislikes

Likes
Salsa dancing, online poker, running

Dislikes
Cooking, keeping house, camping

Highs & Lows

Highs
Her wedding in 2008

Lows
Suffering a series of attacks at the hands of racist thugs in 1995


Most likely to say

How about a nice weekend away in a luxury hotel?

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