While many characters are struggling with personal drama, Todd Grimshaw has fallen into a new “toxic spiral”.

A man named Theo Silverton – who appears polite and sophisticated – gradually reveals a dark side as he tries to control Todd’s every move and word.

Initially, viewers thought this was just a new friend, but according to leaked episodes, Theo is gradually using manipulative words, making Todd believe he is useless without him.

The scene where Todd looks at himself in the mirror, his eyes empty, is a chilling stab.

Corrie’s treatment of the “psychological abuse” issue is subtle and painfully realistic. Todd gradually loses contact with friends, isolates himself – typical of the “gaslighting” syndrome that many real-life victims face.

Insider sources say this line will lead to a big explosion – figuratively and literally. When Todd discovers the truth about Theo, everything could come crashing down in just one episode. Corrie is showing why it’s always been a British drama icon: daring to touch on the dark side of society that few shows dare to talk about.