Emmerdale's Paula Lane has spoken out about the fan speculation regarding her character Ella Forster and notorious serial killer nurse Meena Jutla.
Paula, who first graced the Dales as Ella earlier this year, quickly found her character enveloped in mystery, with a dark secret hidden away from the unsuspecting residents.
Speculation among viewers ramped up, hinting at a connection between newbie Ella and the imprisoned Meena (played by Paige Sandhu), known for her role in the murders of Leanna Cavanagh, Ben Tucker, and Andrea Tate.
The plot thickened when Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) confided the details of his daughter Leanna's death to love interest Ella, whose reaction sparked suspicion among fans.
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