A tense homecoming, fragile recovery, and a father terrified of losing his daughter again

A Painful Journey Back to Weatherfield

Coronation Street will air one of its most emotional homecomings this December as Asha Alahan returns to Weatherfield after weeks in a psychiatric facility. Her exit followed a devastating crisis triggered by a racist confrontation—one that left her spiraling into despair and attempting to take her own life.

With support from Maggie Driscoll, Asha made the brave choice to seek help, beginning residential treatment to stabilise her mental health. In this week’s episodes, viewers finally see Dev visit his daughter—still fragile, still frightened, and still convinced that her friends have abandoned her.

A Father’s Anger—and His Guilt

Back in Weatherfield, Dev lashes out at Summer, Nina, and Amy for failing to support Asha. The outburst is rooted in fear. As actor Jimmi Harkishin explained, Dev is drowning in guilt for not seeing the warning signs and not being able to protect her.

“He’s berating himself more than anyone,” Harkishin said. “He takes his anger out on the people closest to him because he doesn’t know where else to put it.”

Viewers will see Dev cycling through grief, frustration, tenderness, and self-blame. At the hospital, he’s gentle and patient with Asha. But once he steps outside, the guilt overwhelms him.

A Nervous Return to an Uncertain Future

On Monday, December 1, Asha is discharged after completing her treatment. She returns home with Dev—nervous, quieter than usual, and unsure of the world waiting for her.

That’s when Dev makes a suggestion that could change everything.

He gently asks whether she should reconsider her paramedic training. The question comes from love, but the timing is delicate. Asha has worked tirelessly to rebuild her future. The idea of stepping back may feel like another loss at a time when she’s trying to regain control.

The moment leaves viewers wondering:
Is Dev protecting his daughter—or holding her back?

Healing Takes Time—and Weatherfield Isn’t Ready for What Comes Next

Asha’s friends are trying to reconnect. Dev is trying to hold the pieces together. Yet the emotional fallout of her suicide attempt continues to ripple through the family.

As Christmas approaches, the Alahans will navigate one of their most challenging periods yet. Asha’s recovery is still fragile. Dev’s fear is overwhelming. And the pressure of returning to normal life may be more than she can handle.