 Tahil gained national recognition across the UK when he won the role of Dan Ferreira, in the iconic BBC1 soap opera "EastEnders" in 2003, appearing in over 60 episodes.He made his last appearance in the episode aired on 30 December 2003.As a result of an insufficient work permit application, Dalip had to exit the series which compelled him to appeal to the Secretary of State in the UK.