During this season of 9-1-1, the characters we know and love have all entered very different phases of life since when we first got to know them. Hen and Karen (Tracie Thoms) have worked through relationship struggles and found an important work-life balance for their son. Bobby finally forgave himself for his alcoholism and the tragic mistakes that resulted in the addiction and found love with Athena (Angela Bassett). Chimney and Maddie (Jennifer Love Hewitt) have their second baby on the way after facing a number of struggles on the journey. Whether or not you’re a Buck and Eddie truther, it’s pretty clear that those two are figuring out what they mean to each other and, at least for a while, will be focusing on themselves over any other relationships.
Have you ever noticed how some characters seem destined for greatness, but they never quite get the spotlight they deserve? Ravi is one of those characters. He has the depth, the charisma, and the storyline potential to lead his own narratives. But what makes him a strong contender for a leading role? Let’s dive into why Ravi is more than just a supporting character and how he can take charge of his own storylines.
This means that currently, no members of the 118 are on the market for a relationship… except, of course, for Ravi. The dating world and single life have provided some of 9-1-1’s funniest moments, from Bobby’s dating profiles to Buck’s many relationship mishaps. As every other character is paired up in their endgame relationships, Ravi can provide an important sense of comedic relief if he is given his own storylines to explore the world of dating and romance. Those storylines can maintain the original spirit of 9-1-1 while keeping things fresh in the face of every other character settling into a more mature phase of life.
Ravi is still a probie and therefore new to the world of first responders compared to the other seasoned members of the 118. The members of the team we see every week have frankly seen it all: plane crashes and tsunamis, as well as earthquakes and fires. Ravi’s fresh eyes and perspective mean that he may not know how to handle these situations like the other members of the team, providing him with opportunities for conflict and growth that would make for great television.
Ravi isn’t just a side character waiting in the wings—he’s ready for the spotlight. With the right story, conflicts, and character development, he has everything needed to lead his own compelling storylines. It’s time to give him the stage he deserves.
Ravi Deserves a Spot on the A Shift As a whole, Ravi has so much potential to become a more important character in the world of 9-1-1, and he deserves his chance to prove that to audiences. From his tragic backstory to his dynamic with the team, Ravi represents a new class of firefighters for the 118. With Eddie temporarily out of the picture, there’s no time like the present to get audiences acquainted with this B-shifter – and maybe even bump him up to the A shift permanently.
