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Kash (US)

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This page is about the US incarnation of Kash. For the original UK version, see Kash Karib.

Kash is the married owner of the local shop Kash and Grab and Ian's former fling.

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In Shameless, Kash, a local shop owner, engaged in an affair with Ian Gallagher, despite his marriage and children. Kash's wife, Linda, upon discovering his affair and sexuality, permitted it to continue. The relationship between Kash and Ian concluded when Kash started a relationship with an older man.
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How does Kash react when his wife Linda discovers his affair with Ian? toggle section
Upon Linda discovering Kash's affair with Ian, Kash fears she might reveal it to his mother. Linda, however, permits the affair to continue, demanding another child in return. Kash complies and impregnates Linda. Eventually, Kash becomes frustrated with Linda's conduct, feels cornered, and departs, leaving Ian to disclose their affair to his family.
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What drastic action does Kash take when he discovers Mickey Milkovich and Ian together? toggle section
Kash experiences shock when he learns about the sexual relationship between Mickey Milkovich and Ian. Mickey, who has a history of violent behavior, had been causing trouble for Kash and stole his store's protection gun. The discovery of Mickey's hidden homosexuality and his relationship with Ian changes the situation. As Mickey and Ian's relationship grows, Kash's connection with Ian diminishes.
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How does Kash's character evolve throughout the seasons of Shameless? toggle section
In the US version of Shameless, Kash, played by Pej Vahdat, is the proprietor of a local store. He is married but has an extramarital relationship with Ian Gallagher. His character progression is marked by his struggles with his marriage and interactions with other characters.
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Actor Pej Vahdat portrays the character Kash in the US adaptation of Shameless, specifically in the first and second seasons. Vahdat's acting repertoire also includes a role in the television series Bones.
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Personality[]

He is shown to be quiet, and non confrontational multiple times throughout the show, such as when Mickey Milkovich robs his store and when Linda confronts him after finding out he is having an affair with Ian. Though he also possesses a darker side and this is shown when he shoots Mickey Milkovich in the leg after finding him and Ian having sex in the walk in freezer in the episode But at Last Came a Knock.

Throughout the Series[]

Season 1[]

In the Pilot, Kash is shown to be having an affair with 15-year-old Ian Gallagher, despite being married with children.

During Three Boys, Lip finds out about his relationship with Ian.

When his wife Linda discovers Kash's sexuality, she is upset and Kash worries she'll tell his mother. However, she allows the affair to continue, so long as he gives her another child. Kash agrees and soon gets Linda pregnant.

Season 2[]

Kash soon grows sick of Linda's behaviour, feeling trapped, Kash leaves, thrusting the responsibility upon Ian to tell his family.

Episode Appearances[]

Notes[]

  • Kash didn't realize his sexuality until after his marriage.
  • He has bad standings with the Milkovich Family, specifically Mickey and Terry Milkovich.
  • It is unlikely that he ever met his unborn child.
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