In tonight’s EastEnders, a bombshell decision from Avani Nandra-Hart leaves her family reeling, and the fallout is nothing short of heartbreaking. Avani, after much internal struggle, made the difficult choice to terminate her pregnancy—a decision she kept from her grandmother, Suki Panesar. However, as secrets are exposed, the consequences hit hard, and Suki is left devastated by her granddaughter’s betrayal.

The dramatic episode, available early on BBC iPlayer, revealed the emotional turmoil that has been building in Avani’s life. Despite her growing bond with Eve Unwin, Avani was hesitant to share the truth with her grandmother, Suki, fearing her reaction. Suki, deeply invested in raising Avani’s child as her own, had made it clear that she intended to take over the baby’s care, leaving no room for Avani’s autonomy in the matter.

The Decision to Terminate the Pregnancy
As tensions escalated, Avani and Eve made the decision to go behind Suki’s back. Eve, who had been by Avani’s side throughout the ordeal, expressed her concern about keeping the truth from Suki. “I think we should tell Suki,” Eve suggested, knowing that honesty was vital in their relationship. But Avani begged her not to, explaining that Suki would never accept her choice. The two women headed to a clinic in secret, hoping to keep the procedure hidden until after it was done.

After the procedure, Avani was emotionally devastated. She confided in Eve, expressing a deep desire to seek comfort from her mother, Priya. “I just really want my mum. I want to tell her everything,” Avani cried.

Suki’s Discovery and the Heartbreaking Confrontation
As the truth started to unravel, Suki’s suspicions grew. When she noticed Avani and Eve’s strange behavior, she couldn’t shake the feeling that something was amiss. After talking to Stacey, Suki realized that she needed to confront Ravi and Priya about the situation. What Suki didn’t expect, however, was the shocking revelation that Avani had already confided in them about her pregnancy and her decision to have an abortion.

Suki arrived home, only to be confronted by Priya and Ravi, who were furious at the secrecy and betrayal. “There is no baby,” they snapped, further breaking Suki’s heart. It was then that Suki turned to Eve, who, with sorrow in her eyes, confirmed that Avani had gone through with the termination. “I’m sorry,” Eve said quietly.

The emotional impact of the news sent shockwaves through Suki, leaving her utterly devastated. The deep bond she believed she had with Avani seemed shattered, and the future she envisioned with a new grandchild was now gone.

The Aftermath: What Happens Next?
As Suki processes the betrayal, fans are left wondering how this will affect her relationships with Avani and the rest of the Panesar family. Will Suki be able to forgive Avani, or will this secret fracture their bond forever?

With the weight of the secret now exposed, EastEnders has set the stage for even more emotional drama. The path ahead for Avani, Suki, and Eve is filled with uncertainty, and viewers are eagerly anticipating how the family dynamics will shift in the aftermath of this heartbreaking revelation.

What do you think? Was Avani right to make the decision she did? Will Suki ever forgive her? Share your thoughts in the comments below!