Adam Hussain, who announced his departure from Coronation Street in April 2025 after five years portraying Aadi Alahan, has become a leading candidate for I’m A Celebrity 2025, with bookmakers Betway offering 7/1 odds on his participation. The actor’s decision to “spread wings” beyond the soap aligns with filming schedules for the reality show’s 25th series in Australia, following a trend of Coronation Street stars evolving to reality television that includes previous contestants Helen Flanagan and Simon Gregson, though official announcements remain forthcoming.
Following his confirmed departure from Coronation Street after five years portraying Aadi Alahan, 24-year-old Manchester-based actor Adam Hussain has emerged as a rumoured contestant for I’m A Celebrity 2025, with bookmakers Betway setting odds of 7/1 for his participation in the upcoming series.
Adam Hussain emerges as frontrunner for I’m A Celebrity 2025 following his Coronation Street exit, with bookmakers offering 7/1 odds.
Hussain, who took over the role of Aadi Alahan from Zennon Ditchett in 2020, announced his departure from the long-running soap opera in April 2025, stating his desire “to spread wings a little” beyond Coronation Street.
The timing of his exit aligns strategically with the build-up to I’m A Celebrity’s filming schedule, as the show is scheduled to begin airing in November with hosts Ant and Dec returning for the 25th series in Australia.
The speculation surrounding Hussain’s potential participation follows a well-established tradition of Coronation Street actors appearing on the reality programme. Helen Flanagan competed in 2012, while Simon Gregson achieved second place in 2021, demonstrating the continued appeal of soap stars for the show’s producers and audiences alike.
Hussain’s television career extends beyond Coronation Street, having appeared in ITV’s “The Bay” and Prime Video’s “Absentia” during his five-year tenure on the soap. Following his departure announcement, he confirmed filming for a horror-comedy film titled “Steel Donkeys,” indicating his commitment to diversifying his acting portfolio.
The entertainment industry has observed a consistent pattern of soap actors moving to reality television, with Emmerdale’s Danny Miller winning I’m A Celebrity in 2021. EastEnders actress Shona McGarty has also been rumoured for the 2025 series, suggesting continued interest from soap opera performers in participating. The series typically begins in mid-November based on historical trends, maintaining viewer anticipation for celebrity line-up announcements.
Betting activity and media speculation continue to fuel public discussion around the programme’s line-up, with entertainment news sources and social media platforms contributing to widespread rumours. This trend reflects the broader influence of social media in shaping celebrity careers and public discourse, as platforms have become essential tools for maintaining relevance across multiple entertainment industries. Mike Reading from Betway has commented on Hussain’s potential new adventure as the actor considers his next career move.
However, ITV and show producers maintain their traditional approach of neither confirming nor denying specific casting speculation in advance of official announcements.
The final line-up for I’m A Celebrity 2025 typically remains under wraps until shortly before the programme’s premiere date, leaving fans and media outlets to rely on betting odds and industry speculation until official confirmation arrives.
