Walford is bracing itself for another seismic shake-up, and just when fans think they’ve seen it all, EastEnders delivers a fresh wave of twists that blend shocking returns, buried secrets, and dangerous double lives. From Zack Morris’s unexpected re-emergence tied to Jasmine’s darkest truth, to Mark Fowler’s fatal miscalculation and Ravi’s undercover nightmare, the Square is about to explode with drama on every front.

Away from the chaos of Albert Square, Zack Morris has been quietly building a powerful new chapter in his life. Best remembered by viewers as Keegan Baker, Zack spent five formative years growing up on the EastEnders set before bowing out in 2022. Since then, his career has gone from strength to strength, with standout performances in the gritty medical drama The Pit and Disney’s Goosebumps, proving that his talent stretches far beyond Walford.

But Zack’s impact hasn’t stopped on screen. Behind the scenes, he’s been pouring his energy into something deeply personal. Reuniting with former co-star Steve Basler, known to fans as Isaac Baptiste, Zack has co-founded the Process Drama Club—a bold initiative designed to support young people desperate to break into the creative industries. Drawing on their shared experiences, the pair aim to mentor emerging talent with real-world skills, modern industry insight, and honest guidance.

Speaking candidly about the project, Zack explained that the goal is simple: tear down barriers and stop young performers from being locked out by outdated systems. Having watched countless gifted actors train for years only to hit dead ends, he believes the industry needs to evolve. His mantra is clear—success shouldn’t be hoarded. If one person gets through the door, they should hold it open for others.

Reflecting on his own early days on EastEnders, Zack admitted that the technical side of filming was initially overwhelming. Multiple cameras, complex setups, and relentless schedules were a far cry from anything he’d known before. Yet those early challenges gave him a crash course not only in acting, but in how television truly works. Even now, years after leaving East London, he credits the soap with shaping his confidence and creative instincts.

And fittingly, EastEnders itself is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, the coming weeks promise some of the show’s most gripping storytelling yet—beginning with a mistake that could cost lives.

Mark Fowler is walking a razor’s edge. Since his bruised and battered return to the Square, it’s been clear he’s tangled with the wrong people. Pulled into a dangerous drugs operation, Mark was brutally attacked by his own associates after they suspected he was leaking information to the police. With paranoia closing in, he became desperate to uncover who the real informant was before the gang decided he wasn’t worth keeping alive.

Fearing for his safety—and worse, the safety of his half-sister Vicki—Mark turned to his uncle Phil Mitchell for help. The gang’s threats were chillingly clear: if suspicion stayed on Mark, Vicki would pay the price. Time was running out, and Mark knew he had to act fast.

What Mark didn’t know was the devastating truth already hidden in plain sight.

The informant he was hunting wasn’t some shadowy outsider. It was Ravi Gulati.

Ravi has been secretly working undercover, feeding information to Detective Jack Branning while carefully maintaining his cover within the criminal world. But next week, his carefully balanced double life teeters on the brink of collapse. Ravi informs Jack that he’s due to meet a new contact from the gang—only to be left completely stunned when he realises that the person waiting for him is Mark Fowler himself.

The irony is brutal. Earlier in the week, the two men had struck up an easy rapport, bonding over a casual conversation about cars. Neither had any idea of the dangerous secrets the other was carrying. Now, face to face, both men are unknowingly staring at their worst nightmare.

As Mark begins asking pointed questions, Ravi struggles to keep his composure. The pressure only intensifies when an emergency strikes close to home and Nugget is rushed to hospital. Emotionally drained and stretched to breaking point, Ravi later seeks solace at the bar, drowning his nerves in alcohol as the walls close in.

But Walford never lets danger rest for long.

At Harry’s barn, tensions spiral out of control when a group of sleazy men start harassing Chelsea. What begins as uncomfortable quickly turns volatile, dragging Ravi and Mark into a chaotic confrontation. With fists flying and tempers exploding, Ravi doesn’t hesitate to step in—placing himself directly in harm’s way to protect Chelsea and, unexpectedly, Mark.

In that moment, everything shifts.

Mark witnesses Ravi’s bravery, his instincts, and his willingness to risk himself for others. The respect that grows in those few heated seconds proves fatal. Trusting Ravi at last, Mark confides the truth about his mission to unmask the gang’s informant—handing over crucial information to the very man he’s trying to expose.

For Ravi, the realization is terrifying. His cover is now paper-thin. One wrong word, one misstep, and everything he’s built could be destroyed. With danger lurking at every corner of the Square, Ravi must now think faster, lie smarter, and stay one step ahead—or risk deadly consequences.

But secrets don’t stop there.

Walford is also preparing for a shock arrival that threatens to reignite one of its darkest family sagas. A mysterious new character connected to Jasmine Fischer is rumored to be heading to the Square—and his presence could change everything.

According to reports, Joshua Vaughn has been cast as Jasmine’s long-lost twin brother—and the son of Zoe Slater. His arrival comes at the worst possible time, just as Jasmine’s already explosive relationship with Oscar hangs by a thread. What unfolds next is being teased as one of the soap’s most provocative love triangles yet, with whispers of bisexual tension, blurred boundaries, and emotions spiraling dangerously out of control.

The chemistry between Jasmine, Oscar, and her twin brother is expected to crackle, pushing limits and stirring chaos among Walford’s residents. But romance isn’t the only complication. Jasmine fled the Square carrying devastating secrets—most notably, the truth about her father Anthony Truman’s death.

Fans will remember that Jasmine killed Anthony after he violently attacked Zoe during Christmas—a crime that continues to poison the entire family. Zoe remains behind bars, paying the price for a murder she didn’t commit, while desperately longing to reconnect with her twins. Her son’s sudden appearance threatens to rip open wounds that never healed.

When Zoe returned last year, she believed one of her twins had died. Anthony’s shocking confession—that both children were alive—sent her spiraling into a frantic search, hiring a private investigator to uncover the truth. What followed was a web of lies, revelations, and emotional devastation that fractured the Slater family beyond repair.

Jasmine’s eventual exit was triggered when her lies about giving a police statement were exposed, leaving Oscar heartbroken and vulnerable—especially as Max Branning continued trying to sabotage their relationship. While Kat feared Jasmine had been taken, Yolande Truman remained convinced her granddaughter would return, warning that trouble would follow close behind.

Now, with Jasmine’s twin brother stepping into Walford, that warning feels terrifyingly prophetic.

As EastEnders barrels forward, viewers can expect explosive confrontations, forbidden attraction, and secrets clawing their way into the open. With family loyalties tested, dangerous pasts resurfacing, and love threatening to turn destructive, Walford is heading for a storm.

One question hangs over everything: who will survive when the truth finally comes out?

EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday at 7:30 p.m. on BBC One, with early episodes available from 6:00 a.m. on BBC iPlayer. Buckle up—because the Square is about to become more dangerous than ever.