BBC Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Joel Harley 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 By Claire Crick 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 By Joel Harley 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 By Claire Crick 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 Upcoming EastEnders spoilers: Grant returns, Jasmine's twin brother arrives and Nigel leaves Albert Square Here's what's coming up on EastEnders Grant Mitchell Jasmine Fisher Lauren Branning Nigel Bates Penny Branning Ravi Gulati Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Joel Harley 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 By Claire Crick 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 By Joel Harley 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 By Claire Crick 26 Feb 2026, 13:02 That was quite a week in EastEnders spoilers, wasn’t it?! And the drama is going to keep on coming as new show boss Ben Wadey gets his teeth stuck in and keeps on bringing the good stuff. In last week’s episodes, Penny discovered she was pregnant, and with Vinny by her side, she decided to keep the baby. Elsewhere, Ravi held people hostage in the pharmacy as his mental health spiralled, and Johnny was forced to sleep with evil Tim to keep Callum out of prison. There’s even more drama ahead in spoilers for March 2 – 6, as Max kidnaps Tim and forces him out of Walford. Read on for our pick of the best upcoming spoilers for EastEnders. Ravi has a breakdown (Credit: BBC) 1. Ravi has a breakdown in EastEnders spoilers Mark Jr. is still on a mission to find the gang’s rat, and until now, he has no idea Ravi has been hiding in plain sight. But is that all about to change? Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Ravi knows Mark is looking for him, and the pressure is getting too much. Add in the fact that his son Nugget is also suffering from seizures after he brutally attacked him in error, and Ravi is struggling to cope. He is set to find himself spiralling in the coming weeks. After the hostage drama in the pharmacy, Ravi finds out from Jack that the police are planning a sting operation on the gang he is informing on. This means Mark is in danger of being caught, and Ravi wants to warn him. However, Priya is adamant that it will blow his cover, and Ravi is torn. Will Ravi risk his family’s safety to help Mark?Don't miss a single story! Add us as a Preferred Source in Google for all your EastEnders newsIt's important to us that you never miss our articles when searching for stories! We have all the latest TV news & schedules to share with our community of loyal readers. Click here and tick TVGuide.co.uk to ensure you see stories from us first in Google Search. Jasmine is questioned by the police (Credit: BBC) 2. Jasmine’s brother arrives So now we know – Jasmine killed Anthony on Christmas night and she has been charged with his murder. However, there is evidence on her phone proving she acted in self-defence… the only problem is, Cindy has the phone. After stealing Jasmine’s phone from Max’s room at the B&B, Cindy was all ready to destroy the evidence and make sure Jasmine went to prison for a very long time. But just as she was about to do the deed, the phone rang, and it was Jasmine’s twin brother, Josh. It has been reported that newcomer Joshua Vaughan has been cast in the role of Josh, so it is likely that we will see him on screen very soon. Could he be the key to getting Jasmine out of prison? Penny and Vinny decide to have their baby (Credit: BBC) 3. Penny and Vinny’s future confirmed Penny and Vinny have had a lot to think about, but they have finally decided to have their baby. But while the couple are loved-up at the moment, fans have guessed there could be heartache on the way, Viewers think that baby Ethan in the EastEnders New Year flashforward could be Penny’s son. But if that’s Penny’s child, why is Jack caring for him and not her? Fans are worried this could mean Penny either dies in childbirth or there is an accident on the cards… but only time will tell if their theory is correct. What does the future hold for Nigel? (Credit: BBC) 4. Nigel leaves Albert Square as Clare returns in EastEnders spoilers Following an emotional Christmas period for Nigel, Phil revealed his plan to take his friend to Portugal to live out his final days in peace. This plan was scuppered thanks to Mark’s return, and Julie was furious to learn what Phil had been up to. Tragedy struck when Nigel almost drowned in the bath while in Phil’s care. While Nigel is still on the road to recovery, the incident made Phil realise that Nigel needed 24-hour care. Phil and Julie made the heartbreaking decision to accept a place at a care home for Nigel. But Nigel is set to be reunited with his step-daughter, Clare, next week, as she makes a dramatic return to Walfird. She and Julie don’t see eye to eye, but will they manage to put their differences to one side as the day of Nigel’s move to the carehome arrives? As Nigel leaves Albert Square to move into a home, one thing is for sure – there won’t be a dry eye in the house. A special flash-forward episode revealed what the future has in store for Max (Credit: BBC) 5. It’s the year of Max Branning EastEnders made history with a whole episode dedicated to Max Branning’s future. Set on January 1, 2027, this explosive flashforward revealed that a tumultuous year is on the cards for Max – not least his impending wedding to a mystery woman. But who’s Max marrying? And what of the pregnant woman in his bed? Who’s the gunman threatening Oscar and Lauren? And does the baby in Jack’s care belong to Penny? So many questions! Thankfully, EastEnders promises to answer them all before the year is out. One thing’s for sure – fans won’t want to miss a moment of it! Libby’s coming back to EastEnders! (Credit: BBC) 6. Libby returns in EastEnders spoilers Among the revelations of Max Branning’s flashforward episode was the news that Libby Fox will be returning to Albert Square! Denise’s booksmart daughter left Walford in 2010, and hasn’t been seen since. Viewers won’t have to wait much longer for her return, though – as Max’s flashforward revealed that she’ll be back before the year is out! But what brings Libby back to Walford? Lauren has a big year ahead of her (Credit: BBC) 7. Lauren cheats on Peter? Lauren was seen texting someone to come and meet her in the New Year flashforward… but who was it? And does this mean she is having an affair? We recently saw Mark Jr flirting with Lauren in the cafe as she asked if he wanted a job at the car lot. But was that a simple red herring? Or could it mean something more? Fans are convinced that Lauren has got a huge year ahead of her in the lead-up to Christmas. They also think her head might be turned by Mark Jr. But would she really cheat on Peter? He’s back! (Credit: BBC) 8. Grant Mitchell returns to Walford It has been announced that Ross Kemp will reprise his iconic role playing Grant Mitchell for a short stint, having briefly returned to Walford a year ago for the show’s 40th anniversary. Grant will be back to cover two huge storylines. One where he will be reunited with his estranged son, Mark Fowler Jr. The other will see him support his family and friends as part of Nigel’s ongoing dementia storyline. “I’m truly delighted to be stepping back into Grant Mitchell’s shoes and returning to EastEnders later this year,” said Ross. Executive producer Ben Wadey added, “The Mitchells remain one of EastEnders’ defining dynasties, and we can’t wait to see them reunited again. As always when Grant is around, drama inevitably follows him…” Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders? 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