In upcoming episodes of EastEnders, sparks begin to fly between Gina Knight (Francesca Henry) and Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway), as a surprising connection starts to form in Albert Square.

What begins as a tense rivalry gradually shifts into something potentially more romantic thanks to unexpected help from wingman Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho).

Harry and Kojo have struck up a strong friendship while working together at the garage. When Kojo seeks dating advice, Harry is happy to dish it out, and, in a twist of fate, that advice leads him to pursue Gina himself. Realising Kojo owes him a favour, Harry convinces him to put in a glowing word to Gina, something that surprisingly works in his favour.

Their early interactions were far from romantic. Previously, Harry attempted to blackmail Gina and irritated her during her trial shift at Harry’s Barn, hardly a promising start for a romance. But regardless of the friction, a spark begins to form between the pair.

Eventually, Harry works up the courage to ask Gina out, and she agrees, albeit somewhat reluctantly. While she isn’t impressed at first, Harry’s rugged charm and Kojo’s endorsement begin to soften her stance. It seems she’s willing to give him a chance, as long as he can prove himself worthy of her time.

As the date looms, Harry faces the task of convincing Gina that he’s more than a cheeky charmer, that he’s someone she can trust. Given their rocky history and Gina’s guarded nature, it won’t be easy. Yet the tension in their dynamic, combined with the promise of real emotional connection, is set to have fans buzzing with excitement over whether this could be the start of something lasting, or just another Walford drama in the making…