EastEnders’ Cindy unites with Ravi and has a way to destroy Max for good

An unholy union? (Picture: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron) Max Branning (Jake Wood) has crossed a lot of people in EastEnders, but perhaps none as dangerous as Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) and Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara). We always knew an engagement between Max and Cindy, two of the most manipulative, toxic two-timers to ever rock up in Walford was bound to be an epic disaster, and, of course, it absolutely was. All throughout their engagement, Max was having a torrid affair with Ravi’s love, Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan-Levy), after sleeping with her mere hours after his initial, bungled attempt at a proposal. Max, to his credit, did put up the flimsiest bit of resistance when Priya insisted on a repeat performance, but before long, they were at it like rabbits, and, to add to the betrayal, he was also professing his love for Linda Carter (Kellie Bright). Yeah, for as vile as Cindy can be, Max really did her dirty! Since the exposure of the fling – and the utter collapse of Cindy and Max’s hours-long marriage – Cindy’s been baying for blood. Cindy’s been baying for blood (Picture: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron) She managed to force Priya out of Walford after discovering that the baby she was carrying was Max’s and not Ravi’s. Sneaky Cindy later also discovered that Max had left Zoe alone the night that she died, using it to blackmail a ton of cash out of him, but her anger only intensified when she learned he was in a new relationship with Linda. Next week, though, she’s in a much more peaceful headspace – initially, anyway… Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. While Max is wrapped up in the drama tornado surrounding the Carters, Cindy’s feeling celebratory as her annulment from Max finally reaches its final stages. What advice did Ravi give Cindy? (Picture: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron) That is, of course, until she hears that Max has popped the question to Linda, and every bit of fury and vitriol she’d seemingly suppressed comes rising to the surface once again. She finds an unlikely ear in Ravi, who’s life Max also took a sledgehammer to with his actions, and he counsels her on what her next move should be, leaving her mulling over his words and contemplating what action to take. Later on, Max braces himself for round #386 with Cindy, but is surprised as she presents peacefully, asking only for a signature on some paperwork, which he happily gives her. Perhaps Ravi encouraged Cindy to move on with some grace and decorum. Probably not, though… EastEnders airs these scenes from Monday, November 16 at 7.30pm on BBC One or stream first from 6am on iPlayer. Deals of the Day The best Black Friday beauty deals on the Dr Barbara Sturm face cream and hyaluronic serum The best Black Friday sleep deals to upgrade your bedroom with Simba’s 33% off sale Why shoppers are rushing to snap up this 99p Audible deal before Christmas 14,500 five-star reviews later, this cult sleep spray is discounted for Black Friday Shoppers ditch expensive dental work for these £19.99 MySweetSmile whitening strips Arrow MORE: EastEnders’ Michelle Collins diagnosed with ‘terrible’ chronic condition and asks fans for help Arrow MORE: EastEnders’ Max makes huge decision but dramatic exit will follow Arrow MORE: Max’s grim new plan for Linda after dead Mick lie as EastEnders spoilers confirm what’s next The Soaps Newsletter – Daily All the latest soaps spoilers and gossip, in your inbox every morning.