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Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
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EastEnders fans spot massive issue as Balvinder Sopal set to sign up for Strictly
Keep scrolling to see what fans pointed out show sleuths EastEnders fans spot massive issue as Balvinder Sopal set to sign up for Strictly Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS fans have spotted as a huge issue as star Balvinder Sopal is set to sign up for Strictly. The Sun revealed that Balvinder, who plays Suki Panesar, is set to join this year's Strictly Come Dancing line-up. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 The Sun revealed EastEnders star Balvinder Sopal is set to sign up for Strictly Credit: Getty 4 The actress plays matriarch Suki Panesar in the BBC soap Credit: BBC 4 Suki was originally introduced as a villain - but later won her family over Credit: BBC A source said: 'EastEnders has been a happy hunting ground for Strictly bosses since the show first aired and they believe Balvinder will be a huge hit with fans. 'She's excited by the prospect, too, as she feels viewers will see a different side to her.' Writing online, soap fans have already spotted a big issue with the 46-year-old taking part. One wrote on Reddit: "Exciting! Didn't she have a leg injury though?" Another confirmed: "She broke her foot in 2024." At least year's Baftas, Balvinder wore a gold ballet pump on one foot and a moonboot on the other, as well as supporting herself with crutches. The injury was later written into the character Suki's storyline in the BBC soap Meanwhile, other fans shared their excitement for Balvinder on Strictly, with one penning: "I'll be rooting for her, excited to watch." A second person agreed: "YAASSSSS IM SO EXCITED FOR HER." While a third remarked: "Can't wait to see her outfits!!" EastEnders' Priya brutally blackmails Suki Panesar over her affair Before joining EastEnders in 2020, Balvinder made appearances in rival soaps Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks. Her character Suki was initially a villain, who faked cancer in a bid to win over her family who'd turned against her. She won their trust over the years - and has since built up a life in Albert Square. This includes a lesbian affair with Eve Unwin (Heather Peace), which ultimately evolved into the two getting married. Strictly has featured at least one current EastEnders star in the show's line-up in nearly every series since the dancing show first aired in 2004. The most recent example is Jamie Borthwick - aka Jay Brown - who took part in 2024. This followed on from Bobby Brazier (2023), James Bye (2022), Rose Ayling-Ellis (2021), Maisie Smith (2020) and Emma Barton (2019). Previous Albert Square dancers have also included Brian Conley (2017), Tameka Empson (2016), Kellie Bright (2015), Jake Wood (2014), Sid Owen (2012), Scott Maslen (2010), Ricky Groves (2009), Gillian Taylforth (2008), Letitia Dean (2007), Louisa Lytton (2006) Patsy Palmer (2005) and Christopher Parker (2004). A BBC spokesman said: "We don't comment on speculation."
The Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders fans spot massive issue as Balvinder Sopal set to sign up for Strictly
EASTENDERS fans have spotted as a huge issue as star Balvinder Sopal is set to sign up for Strictly. The Sun revealed that Balvinder, who plays Suki Panesar, is set to join this year's Strictly Come Dancing line-up. 4 4 A source said: 'EastEnders has been a happy hunting ground for Strictly bosses since the show first aired and they believe Balvinder will be a huge hit with fans. 'She's excited by the prospect, too, as she feels viewers will see a different side to her.' Writing online, soap fans have already spotted a big issue with the 46-year-old taking part. One wrote on Reddit: "Exciting! Didn't she have a leg injury though?" Another confirmed: "She broke her foot in 2024." At least year's Baftas, Balvinder wore a gold ballet pump on one foot and a moonboot on the other, as well as supporting herself with crutches. The injury was later written into the character Suki's storyline in the BBC soap Meanwhile, other fans shared their excitement for Balvinder on Strictly, with one penning: "I'll be rooting for her, excited to watch." A second person agreed: "YAASSSSS IM SO EXCITED FOR HER." While a third remarked: "Can't wait to see her outfits!!" Before joining EastEnders in 2020, Balvinder made appearances in rival soaps Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks. Her character Suki was initially a villain, who faked cancer in a bid to win over her family who'd turned against her. She won their trust over the years - and has since built up a life in Albert Square. This includes a lesbian affair with Eve Unwin (Heather Peace), which ultimately evolved into the two getting married. Strictly has featured at least one current EastEnders star in the show's line-up in nearly every series since the dancing show first aired in 2004. The most recent example is Jamie Borthwick - aka Jay Brown - who took part in 2024. This followed on from Bobby Brazier (2023), James Bye (2022), Rose Ayling-Ellis (2021), Maisie Smith (2020) and Emma Barton (2019). Previous Albert Square dancers have also included Brian Conley (2017), Tameka Empson (2016), Kellie Bright (2015), Jake Wood (2014), Sid Owen (2012), Scott Maslen (2010), Ricky Groves (2009), Gillian Taylforth (2008), Letitia Dean (2007), Louisa Lytton (2006) Patsy Palmer (2005) and Christopher Parker (2004). A BBC spokesman said: "We don't comment on speculation."
Scottish Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 set to sign huge EastEnders star after dramatic Six murder
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STRICTLY Come Dancing is set to sign a big EastEnders star for this year's series, The Sun can exclusively reveal. The soap actress joins a long list of Albert Square residents who have competed on the BBC1 dance series - and done sensationally well. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Balvinder Sopal is set to sign up for this year's Strictly Come Dancing Credit: Getty 4 Balvinder has played Suki Panesar for five years in EastEnders Credit: BBC The lucky star gearing up for the dance floor is Balvinder Sopal, 46, plays Walford matriarch Suki Panesar. Her hard-nosed character was one of the infamous 'Six' who covered up the murder of mechanic Keanu Taylor. A source said: 'EastEnders has been a happy hunting ground for Strictly bosses since the show first aired and they believe Balvinder will be a huge hit with fans. 'She's excited by the prospect, too, as she feels viewers will see a different side to her.' Balvinder made appearances in rival soaps Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks before bagging her breakthrough role on EastEnders. Her character Suki initially joined as a villain, faking cancer to win over her family who had all turned against her. But over the years she finally won them over, managing to escape the clutches of her abusive husband Nish who tried to kill her after discovering she had a secret lesbian affair with Eve Unwin. Suki finally married her lover having spent her entire adult life hiding her true sexuality and the couple now live with her son Vinny and stepson Ravi, and his children Davinder and Avani, and front various local businesses. In 2024 she was recognised for her work on Albert Square by winning the Soap Superstar gong at the Inside Soap Awards for her part in Keanu's death cover up - and bloody battles with husband Nish. Strictly has featured at least one current EastEnders star in the show's line-up in nearly every series since the dancing show first aired in 2004. EastEnders reveals New Year's Day bloodbath survivors - and who DIES Last year, Jamie Borthwick got the call up, following on from Bobby Brazier (2023), James Bye (2022), Rose Ayling-Ellis (2021), Maisie Smith (2020) and Emma Barton (2019). Previous Albert Square dancers have also included Brian Conley (2017), Tameka Empson (2016), Kellie Bright (2015), Jake Wood (2014), Sid Owen (2012), Scott Maslen (2010), Ricky Groves (2009), Gillian Taylforth (2008), Letitia Dean (2007), Louisa Lytton (2006) Patsy Palmer (2005) and Christopher Parker (2004). A BBC spokesman said: "We don't comment on speculation." 4 Jamie Borthwick appeared on the show last year Credit: PA
The Irish Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 set to sign huge EastEnders star after dramatic Six murder
STRICTLY Come Dancing is set to sign a big EastEnders star for this year's series, The Sun can exclusively reveal. The soap actress joins a long list of Albert Square residents who have competed on the BBC1 dance series - and done sensationally well. 4 Balvinder Sopal is set to sign up for this year's Strictly Come Dancing Credit: Getty 4 Balvinder has played Suki Panesar for five years in EastEnders Credit: BBC The lucky star gearing up for the dance floor is Balvinder Sopal, 46, plays Walford matriarch Suki Panesar. Her hard-nosed character was one of the infamous 'Six' who covered up the murder of mechanic Keanu Taylor. A source said: 'EastEnders has been a happy hunting ground for Strictly bosses since the show first aired and they believe Balvinder will be a huge hit with fans. 'She's excited by the prospect, too, as she feels viewers will see a different side to her.' Read more on Strictly Balvinder made appearances in rival soaps Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks before bagging her breakthrough role on EastEnders. Her character Suki initially joined as a villain, faking cancer to win over her family who had all turned against her. But over the years she finally won them over, managing to escape the clutches of her abusive husband Nish who tried to kill her after discovering she had a secret lesbian affair with Eve Unwin. Suki finally married her lover having spent her entire adult life hiding her true sexuality and the couple now live with her son Vinny and stepson Ravi, and his children Davinder and Avani, and front various local businesses. Most read in Soaps In 2024 she was recognised for her work on Albert Square by winning the Soap Superstar gong at the Inside Soap Awards for her part in Keanu's death cover up - and bloody battles with husband Nish. Strictly has featured at least one current EastEnders star in the show's line-up in nearly every series since the dancing show first aired in 2004. EastEnders reveals New Year's Day bloodbath survivors - and who DIES Last year, Jamie Borthwick got the call up, following on from Previous Albert Square dancers have also included A BBC spokesman said: "We don't comment on speculation." 4 Jamie Borthwick appeared on the show last year Credit: PA 4 Bobby Brazier took part in 2023 Credit: Rex
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 set to sign huge EastEnders star after dramatic Six murder
STRICTLY Come Dancing is set to sign a big EastEnders star for this year's series, The Sun can exclusively reveal. The soap actress joins a long list of Albert Square residents who have competed on the BBC1 dance series - and done sensationally well. 4 4 The lucky star gearing up for the dance floor is Balvinder Sopal, 46, plays Walford matriarch Suki Panesar. Her hard-nosed character was one of the infamous 'Six' who covered up the murder of mechanic Keanu Taylor. A source said: 'EastEnders has been a happy hunting ground for Strictly bosses since the show first aired and they believe Balvinder will be a huge hit with fans. 'She's excited by the prospect, too, as she feels viewers will see a different side to her.' Balvinder made appearances in rival soaps Emmerdale, Coronation Street and Hollyoaks before bagging her breakthrough role on EastEnders. Her character Suki initially joined as a villain, faking cancer to win over her family who had all turned against her. But over the years she finally won them over, managing to escape the clutches of her abusive husband Nish who tried to kill her after discovering she had a secret lesbian affair with Eve Unwin. Suki finally married her lover having spent her entire adult life hiding her true sexuality and the couple now live with her son Vinny and stepson Ravi, and his children Davinder and Avani, and front various local businesses. In 2024 she was recognised for her work on Albert Square by winning the Soap Superstar gong at the Inside Soap Awards for her part in Keanu's death cover up - and bloody battles with husband Nish. Strictly has featured at least one current EastEnders star in the show's line-up in nearly every series since the dancing show first aired in 2004. EastEnders reveals New Year's Day bloodbath survivors - and who DIES Last year, Jamie Borthwick got the call up, following on from Bobby Brazier (2023), James Bye (2022), Rose Ayling-Ellis (2021), Maisie Smith (2020) and Emma Barton (2019). Previous Albert Square dancers have also included Brian Conley (2017), Tameka Empson (2016), Kellie Bright (2015), Jake Wood (2014), Sid Owen (2012), Scott Maslen (2010), Ricky Groves (2009), Gillian Taylforth (2008), Letitia Dean (2007), Louisa Lytton (2006) Patsy Palmer (2005) and Christopher Parker (2004). BBC spokesman said: "We don't comment on speculation." 4 4
