EastEnders has introduced another paternity twist, with Vinny Panesar potentially not being the father of Penny Branning's baby. In Monday's episode (30 March), Penny had an ultrasound that suggested she was further along in her pregnancy than initially thought, raising doubts about Vinny's paternity.
Penny confessed to her cousins Lauren and Oscar that she had slept with Harry Mitchell while he and her friend Gina Knight were on a break, just before Harry entered rehab for drug addiction. This revelation could have significant consequences for Vinny, who has already invested money in a shop for Penny, and for the friend group, as Harry is currently in a relationship with Gina.
Fans have expressed mixed reactions to the storyline. Some criticised the addition of another Branning-Mitchell baby, noting that Penny's father Jack has children with multiple Mitchell family members. Others felt there was more chemistry between Penny and Harry than with Vinny. One viewer speculated that the conversation between Harry and Gina about her disinterest in motherhood could be a plot setup, potentially leading to a breakup if Harry discovers he is the father.
