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Junade Khan Debuts as Idris, Leanne’s New Love Interest

5/19/2026

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Idris Debuts

Idris Nazir, played by Junade Khan, will debut on Coronation Street on Tuesday May 26.
Idris quickly becomes a love interest for Leanne Battersby, sparking an instantaneous attraction.
The pair first met at a family wedding where they sat at the same table.
Junade Khan describes Idris as funny, handsome and edgy while praising co-star Jane Danson for visiting the set on her day off.

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Idris Clashes

Idris Nazir clashes with solicitor Adam Barlow over a property dispute, creating tension on street.
Producers label the character a “Marmite” figure, saying viewers will either love or hate his darker side.
Junade Khan, a former bus driver, won role after a self-tape and screen tests with Alya Sair and Jane Danson.
His mother, mother-in-law and children—who have acted with Angelina Jolie, Ridley Scott and in a Marvel movie—are thrilled.

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Idris Debuts

Idris Nazir, played by Junade Khan, will debut on Coronation Street on Tuesday May 26.
Idris quickly becomes a love interest for Leanne Battersby, sparking an instantaneous attraction.
The pair first met at a family wedding where they sat at the same table.
Junade Khan describes Idris as funny, handsome and edgy while praising co-star Jane Danson for visiting the set on her day off.

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