Overview

• Media outlets have reported that the BBC is set to sign Balvinder Sopal for Strictly Come Dancing 2025.
• Strictly Come Dancing spokespeople reiterated that the BBC does not comment on casting speculation.
• Fans have questioned her readiness for the dance floor after she suffered a foot injury in 2024 that was written into her EastEnders storyline.
• She won the Soap Superstar accolade at the Inside Soap Awards for her performance in the Six storyline earlier this year.
• Since 2019 at least one EastEnders cast member has competed on Strictly each year, with Jamie Borthwick participating in 2024.