Sair Khan Announces Coronation Street Comeback After Baby Joy
Sair Khan, famed for playing Alya Nazir on Coronation Street, has confirmed her return to the beloved cobbles after welcoming her first child. The 36-year-old actress thrilled fans by sharing a snap of her script on Instagram Stories, teasing her first scenes back since giving birth in April.
Her cheeky caption read, “I am Backstreet,” signalling the end of her maternity leave and a fresh chapter for Alya.
Alya’s Return Sparks Boss Romance Buzz
Last seen leaving Weatherfield for a job opportunity in Dublin, Alya’s storyline left fans hanging. Will her close connection with boss Adam Barlow (played by Sam Robertson) heat up now she’s back?
Sair Shares Raw, Real Birth Story
Sair and partner Nathan Chilton welcomed their son after a gruelling 22-hour labour, which she described as an “absolute rollercoaster.”
“We didn’t quite get the birth I’d hoped for but that’s okay (two birth pools, no water birth),”
she revealed, reflecting on her unpredictable experience.
Despite the challenges, Sair beamed with gratitude for her son’s health and the supportive network around her. She even joked about the joys of new parenthood on Instagram: “Anyone else ever felt like there’s a DJ beat coming from your breast pump at 3am or is that what delirium is?!”
Fans Eager for Alya’s Next Move
Sair first announced her pregnancy last December and has been open about the highs and lows of becoming a new mum. Now, with her Coronation Street comeback looming, fans are buzzing to see where Alya’s story goes next in Weatherfield.
