Hollyoaks to Hollywood: Imran’s secret lover confirmed in LA special

Disclaimer: Channel 4 didn’t ACTUALLY change the Hollywood sign (Picture: Lime Pictures) Hollyoaks has confirmed details of a special episode next week that will solve a series of mysteries that have kept audiences gripped – and one of those will finally unmask the secret love of Imran Maalik (Ijaz Rana). The audience has been aware that, before returning to the village, Imran fell for someone before ultimately marrying Leah Barnes. Now that this romance has crumbled, Imran’s mind has floated back to this mystery other woman. And, well, it doesn’t take a genius to deduce that viewers will know this person. The long-running Channel 4 soap will journey audiences back in time next Monday (October 19). During the unmissable edition of the serial drama, a chance encounter in a faraway land will occur in days gone by – with a love story subsequently unfolding for two village favourites. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Imran is in love – but with who? (Picture: Lime Pictures) The love story is seen to unfold in the glitzy streets of LA – and, although you will work out that there is some artistic license utilised for the setting – it does still give glamour. As for who Imran has hooked up with, we are keeping that under wraps so as not to ruin the surprise. However, it’s fair to say that the ramifications will be long-stretching for many characters. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. But wait, there is more! As the episode progresses, the truth to a mystery that has gripped the village – and the viewers – for months is finally revealed. Could it be the disappearance of Ste Hay (Kieron Richardson), who vanished without a trace in August? Let the speculation commence… Elsewhere in the village… Leah Barnes (Charlotte Alex Riley) uncovers Imran Maalik’s (Ijaz Rana) secret confession in his deleted files and comes to realise that he’s still in love with his ex, which dashes her hopes of a reunion. Jenson Cole (Ryan Clayton), meanwhile, spends the night with Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe), who is once again left unnerved by his behaviour – and is forced to play nice in order to escape a dangerous situation. And later, Warren Fox (Jamie Lomas) is livid to hear about what happened while Dodger Savage (Danny Mac) comes into possession of some disturbing information about Jenson. A tough first day for Frankie as work experience kicks off (Picture: Lime Pictures) Elsewhere, Frankie Osborne (Isabelle Smith) has her first day of work experience – and it gets off to a distressing start as a friend is rushed to hospital. But just who is it? A week not to be missed in the village. Deals of the Day Cold mornings are coming and this is the dressing gown I want to live in Most of us aren't getting enough fibre – this easy supplement could change that My honest review of the new UKLash Lash Lift Gel Kurt Geiger's new Notting Hill collection is a love letter to London's chaotic weather Dyson fans are swapping to this Hoover vacuum-mop that washes floors as it cleans Hollyoaks streams Mondays to Wednesdays from 6am on Channel 4’s streaming platform, or catch episodes on TV at 7pm on E4. 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: Bake Off fans demand Paul Hollywood apologise for ‘destroying a cake’ Arrow MORE: Hollyoaks Halloween special confirmed with huge names back from the dead Arrow MORE: Cancel your Monday night plans to binge all 6 episodes of Channel 4’s ‘devastating’ crime drama The Soaps Newsletter – Weekly Sign up for exclusive spoilers and interviews, handpicked by our Soaps Editor.