Another major EastEnders exit as fan-favourite leaves Walford

| Deputy Soaps Editor Published September 22, 2026 10:53am Updated September 22, 2026 10:54am A major goodbye (Picture: BBC / Metro) EastEnders spoilers follow for Tuesday’s (September 22) episode, which can now be streamed on BBC iPlayer. The episode in question will air at 7:30pm. Emotions were at an all-time high in the Gulati/Nandra-Hart household as Priya (Sophie Khan Levy) resolved to say goodbye to the Square and start afresh in Leeds. The much-loved character, as viewers know, is pregnant with Max Branning’s (Jake Wood) baby following an affair with Walford’s resident lothario. Ravi (Aaron Thiara), who dumped Priya earlier this year, wasn’t pleased upon his return to the Square to find out that his ex had been seeing someone else in his absence – and thus it his mission to find out who. Priya was quick to assure Ravi, who was delighted that she’s pregnant, that it’s him she wants to be with and thus the couple rekindled their romance, getting engaged. But Priya had another secret that was set to blow – the baby she’s carrying is Max’s. Priya said goodbye to Ravi (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron) With Max’s new wife Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) having found out about the pregnancy, she blackmailed Priya into leaving the Square – otherwise she would tell Ravi the truth. Priya, however, decided to come clean to Ravi herself. Ravi was devastated that the baby isn’t his and took himself off to process the news. Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) was on hand to offer advice, suggesting that he stand by and support Priya, much like she always has for him. Armed with a newfound outlook in the situation, Ravi sought out Priya to reveal that he’ll raise the baby as his own. The news was of huge comfort to Priya – but it did little to dissuade her from her decision to leave the Square. Cindy blackmailed Priya into leaving (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron) Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. While Ravi was getting counsel from Vinny, Priya had a chat with Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and Oscar Branning (Pierre Counihan-Moullier), who both shared Max’s past mistakes when it came to his kids – namely the kidnap of baby Abi. Linda explained that it was this very incident that prompted her to withhold Annie’s existence from Max, fearing that he might try to take her away. Terrified that Max would try to take her baby, Priya decided to up sticks and leave. Is this the last we’ve seen of Priya? (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron) Ravi wanted to go with her but Priya refused, instead asking him to stay with the kids until Christmas – and then when things die down they can come join her. Nugget (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) and Avani (Aaliyah James) urged their mum to reconsider but her mind was made up. In emotional scenes, Priya and Ravi shared a heartfelt goodbye as she left the Square. But is this really the last we’ve seen of Priya? Deals of the Day Primark's new £14 co-ord has autumn styling on a budget covered An Instagram mattress left me with back pain – this one completely changed my mind Book Val d'Isère, Val Thorens and Tignes for less in Club Med's ski sale From £700 MacBooks to discounted iPhones, the best Apple tech for studentsb Save 25% on red light therapy masks, sauna blankets and sleep gadgets in Bon Charge sale EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer. If you’ve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@metro.co.uk – we’d love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. Arrow MORE: Major exit ‘confirmed’ and revenge sought as EastEnders spoilers reveal what happens next Arrow MORE: All EastEnders cast returns, exits and new arrivals coming up in 2026 Arrow MORE: Another major baby twist and Zoe aftermath as EastEnders spoilers reveal what happens next The Soaps Newsletter – Daily All the latest soaps spoilers and gossip, in your inbox every morning.