Exclusive: Coronation Street teases new side to scheming Idris Nazir
Coronation Street actress Jane Danson discusses the evolving character of Idris Nazir, hinting at hidden depths and potential redemption arcs. The show explores the complex relationship between Idris and Leanne Battersby as they navigate schemes in Weatherfield.
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Coronation Street spoilers follow.Coronation Street star Jane Danson, who plays Leanne Battersby, has hinted that viewers of the ITV soap could see another side to Idris Nazir in the coming months.Idris is currently stirring up life in Weatherfield with his ruthless behaviour, and has already clashed with the likes of Daniel Osbourne, Adam Barlow and Ronnie Bailey.Related: Exclusive – Coronation Street star explains Ross and Fiz's new furious feudHis antics also seem to be influencing Leanne, with whom he's been in a relationship with for the past few months. Leanne and Idris are currently locked in a scheme to convince Nick Tilsley to sell the Bistro to them, but they haven't succeeded yet.Speaking exclusively to Inside Soap about Idris's future, Jane explained: "I think Leanne and Idris are quite similar.
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