💥 EastEnders Star Confirms Harry’s ‘Love’ for Kojo as Major New Storyline Kicks Off

There’s romance, tension, and emotional depth ahead in EastEnders as a groundbreaking new storyline begins — and fan-favorite actor Navin Chowdhry (who plays Nish Panesar) has confirmed what many viewers have suspected for weeks: Harry has fallen in love with Kojo.

💘 A New Romance in Walford

In an interview with BBC Soaps, the actor behind Harry admitted that his character’s feelings for Kojo are “real, deep, and completely unexpected.” What began as a quiet friendship between the two has been slowly growing over the past several episodes, but it’s about to take center stage as a major romantic arc kicks off this summer.

“Harry didn’t expect to fall for Kojo — but he’s not fighting it anymore,” the star confirmed.

🎭 Representation and Emotional Layers

This storyline marks a big moment for EastEnders, as the show continues to expand its LGBTQ+ representation with authentic, character-driven storytelling. Unlike past fast-burning flings in the Square, Harry and Kojo’s connection has been carefully developed, with slow-burn chemistry that fans have praised for its realism and sensitivity.

👀 What to Expect in the Coming Weeks

• Harry’s confession to Kojo will spark emotional turmoil, as Kojo wrestles with his own feelings.

• Cultural and family pressures will play a major role, especially as Kojo’s background makes this relationship more complicated than it seems.

• Nish and Ravi’s reactions will bring added drama, especially when the relationship starts affecting business at the Minute Mart and beyond.

• A public confrontation in the Queen Vic is teased — and it might change everything.

💬 Fan Reactions Pour In:

• “Harry and Kojo are honestly one of the best slow-burns in EastEnders right now.”

• “Finally some meaningful LGBTQ+ storytelling on the show!”

• “Protect them at all costs!! 😭❤️”

• “I know Nish is going to go nuclear when he finds out…”

🌈 Why This Storyline Matters

The EastEnders creative team has emphasized that Harry and Kojo’s journey isn’t just about romance — it’s about identity, courage, and community. The show plans to explore how love can flourish even in the face of cultural expectations, personal trauma, and societal pressure.

📺 Don’t Miss It

Tune in next week as the storyline heats up, emotions run high, and Walford gets ready for a romance that could change everything.

🗓️ Airing nightly on BBC One
💻 Available early on BBC iPlayer