Get ready for a week of romance, revelations, and jaw-dropping drama on Coronation Street, as the cobbles are rocked by one shock after another. Among the most unexpected moments is a surprise proposal that leaves Ronnie speechless—and it all starts with Debbie asking a question no one saw coming!

But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Over in Weatherfield, romantic twists, criminal lies, and dangerous secrets are about to shake up everyone’s lives. At the heart of the romance drama is James Bailey, who recently made a quiet return to the Street. Fans will remember James had previously left Weatherfield after an emotional decision that saw Dee hand over her newborn daughter Ila to him and his partner Dany, intending for them to raise her in the US.

Viewers saw James wave goodbye not so long ago, as Dee tearfully let her daughter go, stepping away so James could raise Ila in a more stable home. But despite his emotional departure, James’s story is far from over—and now he’s back with a storyline that’s going to leave fans stunned.

Jason Calendarer, who now plays James after taking over the role from Nathan Graham, has teased a surprise that no one will expect. According to Jason, James is heading into a romantic connection that defies all expectations. In an interview with Inside Soap, Jason revealed, “It’s someone the audience will not see coming. When I found out, I was so excited. I thought, ‘Can we even go there?’”

So who is this mystery romance? So far, James’s scenes have largely been confined to interactions with his close-knit family—Ed, Michael, Dee, and Ronnie. But this next storyline hints at something far more unpredictable—and possibly even controversial. With Jason hinting that fans will be “stunned,” speculation is already swirling around who James could be pairing up with next.

Adding fuel to the fire is Jason’s own wish list. He shared that he dreams of filming scenes with Corrie icon Rita Sullivan, imagining an offbeat friendship between James and Rita sharing mojitos on a cruise ship. While it’s lighthearted, the idea of James seeking wisdom from Rita is the kind of unexpected twist Corrie fans live for—and it fits with the theme of James entering uncharted territory.

But while James is navigating new emotions, Ronnie is about to face a personal shock of his own—one that could change the course of his relationship with Debbie. After all the back-and-forth tension, Debbie stuns Ronnie by dropping a life-changing question—one that involves forever. In a moment that’s as vulnerable as it is bold, Debbie takes a leap and proposes to Ronnie.

Ronnie, caught completely off guard, is stunned into silence. Their relationship has been anything but smooth, and Debbie’s history with risk-taking and ambition hasn’t always gelled with Ronnie’s grounded personality. But this proposal isn’t about theatrics—it’s a genuine plea for stability, love, and a future together.

Whether Ronnie says yes or not is still under wraps—but his jaw-dropping reaction is bound to fuel gossip all over Weatherfield.

Meanwhile, the cobbles are bracing for danger and heartbreak elsewhere. As Max Turner continues to navigate the consequences of his past choices, his empathy for Griff lands him in deep trouble. Max’s videos become the catalyst for a violent attack, sending shockwaves through the community. As the reality of what his content has inspired sets in, Max faces a moral reckoning—will he try to undo the damage or spiral further into guilt?

Steven Reid isn’t slowing down either. After his sinister actions have already claimed lives, he’s setting his sights on a new target: Carla Connor. Having lied about his position at the Underworld factory, telling associates he was a senior consultant instead of a packer, Steven finds himself exposed and humiliated by Carla in front of his peers.

The embarrassment pushes Steven over the edge. When Carla publicly strips him of his false title and orders him to assist Kirk with packing duties, Steven concocts another twisted lie to save face. He blames his ex-wife Gabrielle for financial trouble, painting himself as the victim. At first, Carla is swayed, letting him keep the job—but Steven is already plotting revenge.

Fans will be shocked to learn that Steven intends to get rid of Carla for good. His descent into darkness continues, and it’s only a matter of time before his manipulations turn deadly again.

Over on the romance front, Tyrone Dobbs is causing concern in his marriage to Fizz. Evelyn, ever the sharp-eyed matriarch, notices something’s off when Tyrone heads out under the pretense of visiting Fizz’s mum—but skips the usual goodbye kiss. Evelyn and Roy decide to investigate and are stunned when they spot Tyrone meeting a mysterious blonde woman in a hotel bar.

Evelyn is horrified to see her grandson getting cozy, even squeezing the woman’s thigh during their flirtatious meeting. Could Tyrone be slipping back into his old ways? Or is this all just one big misunderstanding? Fans will have to wait and see—but Evelyn is determined to get to the bottom of it.

Elsewhere, tensions explode when Maria opens the new refugee center, but a sinister presence threatens to ruin everything. Max listens in horror to Blake, a radicalized teen making threats against Maria. Blake’s racist rant leaves no doubt—he’s planning to take action. As Max realizes Maria is the target, he’s left with a painful decision: will he warn her in time or stay silent?

With violence threatening to erupt at the refugee center and old secrets bubbling to the surface, next week promises high-stakes drama across Weatherfield.

And as the cobbles rumble with secrets, lies, and unexpected proposals, James Bailey’s return and romantic twist is set to change everything. With Ronnie caught off guard by Debbie’s heartfelt question, the theme this week is all about commitment—what it means to love, to trust, and to risk your heart even when the future is uncertain.