Another turbulent week descends on EastEnders as Walford becomes a battlefield of deceit, passion, and heartbreak. With Ravi returning to the drug trade, Callum giving into temptation, and Lauren pushed to breaking point, the foundations of multiple families are shaken. But no one saw it coming when children vanished into thin air—ushering in one of the most terrifying cliffhangers the Square has seen in months.

Let’s begin with Ravi Gulati. Desperate to give daughter Avani the birthday of her dreams, he does what he swore never to do again—returns to the world of drug dealing. Despite warnings from Nicola Mitchell, he meets with dealer Okie and stores the stash in his car boot, eventually hiding the vehicle at The Arches when the police arrive. But Ravi’s old secrets are never safe for long. Harry and Kojo discover the hidden cargo, setting off a chain of suspicion, betrayal, and panic. Kojo, spooked, refuses to return to work. Phil demands answers. And then the stash mysteriously disappears.

The drugs vanish, and Ravi’s world begins to crumble. Suspicions fall on Nicola, but no one can confirm the truth. Harry’s guilt rises—did his interference doom everyone involved? And with tensions soaring, Ravi is faced with the horrifying reality that he may not be able to afford the party he promised Avani.

Meanwhile, romance and betrayal simmer at The Prince Albert. Lexi Pearce overhears what no child should—accusations flying as Cindy rips into Callum for kissing Johnny. What starts as denial ends in passion, as Callum and Johnny give into their desires, only to face a brutal emotional aftermath. Callum is left reeling, unsure of who he is or what he wants, while Johnny tries to hold on to the only spark of joy he’s found in months.

Their tryst not only threatens Lexi’s already-fragile family life, but also shakes The Prince Albert’s workforce to its core after Felix’s departure. Cindy’s fury spreads like wildfire, and the pub’s chaotic state mirrors the tangled lives of those who work there.

Then comes Lauren Branning’s heartache. Her kiss with Zack Hudson is revealed in spectacular fashion—by Cindy, who accuses her in public. Mortified and with Peter standing by, Lauren confesses. Her world begins to collapse as Peter grows distant and cold. Even their attempt at normalcy—a picnic in the Square—spirals into disaster as Lauren tries to explain Jimmy’s condition to Louie, only to be humiliated again.

But the true horror comes when, amid the fights and accusations, both Louie and baby Jimmy go missing.

One moment, the children are nearby. The next, they’ve vanished without a trace. Panic grips Walford. For Lauren and Peter, it’s a nightmare realized: their emotional baggage and toxic arguments have cost them their children. As frantic searches begin, the community is once again united under a shroud of fear. Are the kids lost… or has something darker occurred?

And still, the week isn’t over.

Peter throws himself into reopening Martin’s fruit and veg stall—partly to avoid Lauren, partly to distract from the chaos. Stacey Slater, ever resourceful, supports the move while also facing her own uphill battles. Meanwhile, Elaine is pushed to her limits at The Vic despite her recent heart attack, while daughter Anna returns from Spain with burning questions about George’s failed marriage and Elaine’s health.

And above it all, the Lionesses’ Euro campaign becomes a brief moment of joy as Kathy, Denise, and Honey toast to England’s chances at The Vic—before the darkness returns.

The drama we’ve seen this week in EastEnders is not just soap fodder—it’s a searing portrait of broken families, fractured identities, and people running out of second chances. Will Ravi recover from the drug disaster? Can Lauren and Peter find their boys before it’s too late? And is Callum prepared to face the truth about his feelings for Johnny?

One thing is certain: EastEnders has once again proven why it remains the heartbeat of British drama—delivering tension, heartbreak, and shocks with every beat of the Walford clock.