EastEnders return confirmed amid shock exit as new spoilers reveal what happens next

| Deputy Soaps Editor Published September 22, 2026 7:12pm Updated September 22, 2026 7:12pm The shocking aftermath revealed (Picture: BBC / Metro) If you were left sobbing after that EastEnders cliffhanger tonight, which saw Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy) depart Walford, then you weren’t alone. The much-loved character resolved to leave the Square after Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) blackmailed her into doing so, threatening to tell everyone that she’s pregnant with Max Branning’s (Jake Wood) baby. Priya decided to remove Cindy’s leverage by telling Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) the news herself and, although he was devastated that the baby isn’t his, he resolved to stand by her and raise the little one as his own. Priya, however, began to fear that Max would find out about the baby’s paternity and stage a kidnapping, much like he did with baby Abi all those years ago. Armed with fresh concerns after a conversation with Oscar (Pierre Counihan-Moullier) and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), she decided to leave the Square after a heart-to-heart with one true love Ravi, who intends to follow her to Leeds at Christmas. Elsewhere, Peter Beale (Thomas Law) found out that Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) knew of Max’s infidelity and failed to notify Cindy prior to her marrying the lothario and Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd) met Craig Ingram (Matthew James Bailey) for a drink but, when he noticed her self-harm scars, she swiftly exited. For a first look at what’s to come tomorrow, you’re in the right place! What happens next in EastEnders? New spoilers for Wednesday, September 23 The aftermath of Priya’s departure will send shockwaves through the Square, with Ravi no doubt set to take the sudden changes in his life quite bad. Will he be able to keep shtum about the baby’s paternity?Will he blame Max for Priya’s exit? Or will it be Cindy he holds personally responsible? Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. The jury is still out but a confrontation with Cindy is most certainly on the cards as she tells Ravi the baby secret won’t stay hidden forever. What’s more, Avani (Aliyah James) and Nugget (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) didn’t buy their mum’s reasoning for her swift exit so will they put two and two together? Lauren, meanwhile, is set to face the music as Peter confronts her over her knowledge on Max’s affair with Priya. The raised tensions couldn’t come at a worse time for the couple as Mark Fowler Jr (Stephen Aaron-Sipple) is back on the Square. Look who is back! (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron) Lauren is taken aback when she spots him heading to see Vicki (Alice Haig), who is delighted – but the happiness is short-lived as Mark reveals he’s only stopping by to say goodbye before heading back to Florida. Unaware of such a thing, Lauren wonders if Mark returned for her and thus she seeks him out, only to find out he’s intending on leaving once more. Will sparks fly? That remains to be seen but she later tells Peter that she’s sorry for keeping the truth of Max’s affair from him. Later, Cindy finds out about her knowledge of Max’s betrayal – and exposes it. Elsewhere, Amy remains drawn to Craig – and brushes Denzel Danes (Jaden Ladega) off as a result – while Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) celebrates his birthday in The Albert. Deals of the Day Save over £700 on Simba's top-rated mattresses in this limited-time sale 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 these scenes Tuesday September 23 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: All EastEnders cast returns, exits and new arrivals coming up in 2026 Arrow MORE: Ravi’s life destroyed ahead of exit as the baby secret explodes in EastEnders 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.