Spoiler Alert: This preview contains major plot details for upcoming EastEnders episodes, covering multiple storylines.

The week of April 28th to May 1st, 2025, in EastEnders promises high drama, with murder secrets, escalating tensions, and romantic entanglements. Here’s a breakdown of the key events:

1. Nicola’s Murder Secret Unravels

Nicola Mitchell’s past crime comes back to haunt her as Teddy Mitchell confronts her about the circumstances surrounding Shireen’s death. Teddy demands to know the truth, believing their son, Harry, has a right to know what happened to his ex-girlfriend. Nicola, desperate to protect Harry, argues that the revelation would be too much for him to handle, and Teddy reluctantly agrees to keep quiet. However, their younger son, Barney, senses the tension between his parents, adding to Nicola’s anxiety.

The situation intensifies when Teddy takes control, ordering Nicola to stop her actions, as he believes he has a solution. Teddy pauses work at the redevelopment site (where Shireen is buried), and he and Nicola negotiate a deal with Benji, the person who helped Nicola conceal the body. Initially, Nicola plans to sell Harry’s barn to pay off Benji, but Teddy intervenes with an alternative plan. Teddy’s actions leave Nicola stunned and worried, as they navigate this precarious situation. The week culminates in a dangerous confrontation for Nicola. While alone at Harry’s barn, she is ambushed by an intruder, suggesting her past actions have caught up with her. The question remains: Has someone discovered her involvement in Shireen’s death, and is this the “reckoning” she faces?

2. Avani, Joel, and Priya’s Conflict

Avani’s interactions with Joel Marshall cause concern and lead to escalating drama. Avani’s father, Ravi, is uneasy about her relationship with Joel. Meanwhile, Priya learns that the police are not pursuing Avani’s complaint regarding a traumatic strip search. Priya, fearing the impact of this news on Avani, decides to withhold the information, enlisting Amy Mitchell’s help. However, when Amy and Avani reconcile, Avani learns the truth. Upset, Priya makes another complaint at the police station, where her temper flares, leading to Callum’s intervention.

At home, Avani confronts her family for their deception and storms out. Priya and Ravi attempt to smooth things over with a takeaway night, but Priya allows Avani to invite her friends. The gathering, which includes Amy, Denzel, and Nugget, takes a turn when Joel and Tommy Moon arrive with alcohol. Tommy is teased about his lack of experience with girls, and Joel offers him questionable advice. Simultaneously, Priya clashes with Callum and his colleagues at Harry’s barn, prompting Ravi to intervene. The following day, a hungover Priya faces Avani’s anger regarding the altercation with Callum. Suki advises Priya to take responsibility, leading her to apologize to Callum. Later, Priya finds parenting guidance from Yolan, while Avani meets with a drug dealer, Declan. Joel steps in to pay for the drugs when Declan refuses to give them to Avani for free. Avani later invites Joel and Tommy to spend time with her and Barney. However, when Barney challenges a derogatory comment Joel makes about Avani, Joel manipulates the situation, turning Avani against Barney. After Avani leaves, Joel and Avani smoke weed, and he makes a move on her. The storyline leaves Avani’s reaction uncertain.

3. Johnny’s Romantic Pursuit

Johnny Carter reveals to his grandmother, Elaine Knight, that he wants a serious relationship with Felix Baker. However, Johnny’s hopes are dashed when Felix declines his invitation for a date, as he already has plans. The next day, Johnny is pleased to learn that Felix’s date was unsuccessful. Johnny and Felix agree to a movie afternoon, but their plans are interrupted by Elaine, Gina, Linda, and Anna. Johnny finally gets a chance to have an honest conversation with Felix, where he confesses his feelings. The outcome of this confession remains to be seen, especially considering the confirmed departure of Felix’s actor, suggesting any relationship will be short-lived.

4. Harry’s Dating Endeavors

Harry Mitchell attempts to pursue a romantic connection with Gina Knight. After giving his new coworker, Cojo, dating advice, Harry tries to flirt with Gina. He later asks Cojo to put in a good word for him with Gina. Despite Gina’s initial lack of interest, Harry eventually convinces her to go on a date with him. The storyline explores whether Harry can win Gina over. Additionally, Anna tries to reconcile with Gina at the Albert, after their relationship was strained by Gina’s involvement with Freddy Slater. The question remains: Can Anna and Gina mend their fractured friendship?