The cobbles are losing one of their brightest young stars. Monday’s Coronation Street saw Aadi Alahan make the life-changing decision to leave Weatherfield behind, packing his bags for a new start in India. It was a storyline laced with tears, hugs and one final kiss – but behind the scenes it marked something even bigger: the end of Aadi’s time on the Street and the departure of the actor who has brought him to life.
Viewers watched as Aadi shared poignant goodbyes with his family and friends, from twin sister Asha’s emotional breakdown to a tender, bittersweet moment with Amy. The episode captured everything fans loved about the character – loyal, funny, sometimes lost but always trying to do the right thing. When Aadi said: “I’m gonna make you proud,” it felt like both a promise to his family on screen and to the audience at home.
A Character Who Grew Up On Screen
Introduced to the cobbles as a child, Aadi has grown up in front of millions. From teenage blunders to turbulent romances, his journey has been messy, relatable and often heartbreaking. Alongside Asha, he carried the weight of the Alahan family’s dramas – navigating grief, love triangles and questions of identity.
The exit storyline has been praised for giving him dignity and purpose: not a scandal or a death, but a brave step into adulthood. His farewell to Asha – who whispered “Please don’t go, I need you” – was a gut punch, underlining just how central their twin bond has been to the show.
Fans React To A Painful Goodbye
Social media lit up the moment Aadi’s departure aired. “I can’t believe Aadi’s gone – Weatherfield won’t be the same without him,” wrote one devastated fan. Another posted: “Huge loss for the show. The Alahans are Corrie history – Aadi deserved this big exit.”
The cast were quick to share tributes too, praising the actor’s growth from child performer into a nuanced, natural lead. His chemistry with Elle Mulvaney (Amy) and Tanisha Gorey (Asha) created some of the show’s most heartfelt scenes of recent years.
What Next?
On screen, Aadi’s journey in India is just beginning – a chance at reinvention, success and freedom far away from Weatherfield’s cobbles. Off screen, his exit leaves a gap in the Alahan family dynamic that Corrie will have to fill. For the actor, it’s the start of a brand-new chapter outside the soap, and fans will be watching closely to see where his talent takes him next. But as Weatherfield waved goodbye with tears and laughter, one thing was clear: this wasn’t just a character leaving – it was the end of an era.
