Coronation Street star Julia Goulding has given an exclusive insight into the dramatic fallout awaiting her character, Shona Platt, and husband David following the soap's landmark crossover event with Emmerdale.
A Life Set to Unravel
In an interview with The Mirror, the actress, who plays Shona, painted a vivid picture of the turmoil ahead. She described David and Shona's life as a "ball of wool" that will completely unravel in the months after the cataclysmic 'Corriedale' episode. The special hour-long mash-up, airing next week, promises drama, destruction, and a confirmed death from the Weatherfield cast.
Shona's current pregnancy storyline adds a layer of intense anxiety to the plot. The couple recently received the devastating news that their unborn baby has a mass on its neck, requiring treatment. This fear is compounded when they become caught up in a major crash during the crossover event. Spoiler images show Emmerdale's Jacob Gallagher attending to Shona at the roadside, leaving viewers to question the safety of mother and child.
An Explosive and Unpredictable Episode
Goulding teased the episode itself, promising viewers a rollercoaster of emotions. "I absolutely don't think anyone is gonna see what is coming in this episode," she revealed, calling the filming experience "phenomenal." She predicted fans would be left screaming and gasping at the unexpected twists.
Despite the high-stakes drama, the actress confirmed the iconic soaps' humour would shine through. "Humour runs through it like Blackpool rock," she said, praising the writing for its blend of dark comedy and lighter moments. She also expressed her delight at working seamlessly with the Emmerdale cast and crew in Leeds, feeling immediately at home.
Stunts, Friendship, and Fallout
In a surprising reveal, Goulding shared that she performed her own stunt work for the crash scenes, despite Shona's pregnancy. "I wore a harness and everything. I felt like Lara Croft," she joked, expressing her happiness at being involved in the action.
The crossover also allowed for a special on-screen connection. Goulding was "elated" to film scenes with Emmerdale's Emma Atkins, who plays the legendary Charity Dingle. She noted that just as Charity takes a pregnant Shona under her wing in the story, Atkins did the same for her off-camera, leading to a warm and collaborative atmosphere between takes.
As the dust settles from the Corriedale event, it's clear that for David and Shona Platt, the real drama is only just beginning. With their lives set to unravel, Coronation Street fans can expect months of gripping fallout from this unprecedented soap crossover.
