Overview

• The BBC One launch episode airs at 6:40pm tonight.
• Sopal reported a pop in her left hip and glute during early training and was assessed by the show's physio before resuming rehearsals.
• She told fans the area felt tight but fine and confirmed she kept dancing the following day.
• Producers have adjusted her EastEnders workload to a reduced schedule so she can continue appearing on the soap during the competition.
• Best known as Suki Panesar since 2019, she has earned industry recognition including the Inside Soap ‘Soap Superstar’ award.