Coronation Street’s original Aadi Alahan actor unrecognisable six years after soap exit

Coronation Street’s original Aadi Alahan actor unrecognisable six years after soap exit(Image: PA)

Aadi Alahan on Coronation Street was originally played by Zennon Ditchett – but where is he now?

Aadi is the son of Dev (Jimmi Harkishin) and the late Sunita (Shobna Gulati) and was born in 2006, along with twin sister Asha (Tanisha Gorey).

From 2009 to 2019, Aadi was played by Zennon Ditchett. During Zennon’s stint on the soap as Aadi, he was featured in several big storylines, including the tragic death of his mum Sunita.

The character was recast though when Zennon left the soap in 2019 to focus on his school studies. Adam Hussain then took over the role in 2020.

Aadi was played by Zennon for 10 years(Image: ITV )

However, this year, it was announced that Adam was leaving the soap, with the actor revealing it was time for “pastures new” in a statement he shared online about his exit. And over on the cobbles recently, the long-running show has started laying the groundwork for the departure of Aadi.

As for the original Aadi actor Zennon Ditchett, he now has a totally different career. Zennon has swapped acting for a job as a management accountant at REFY.

He left the soap in 2019

On his LinkedIn profile picture, the former actor looks worlds away from his younger self. Though Zennon’s Instagram account is set to private, fans are able to view his profile picture.

Appearing to be leading a jet-setting life, Zennon was pictured shirtless by the beach in black shorts. And his former co-stars follow the account, including Tanisha Gorey (Asha Alahan), Ellie Leach (Faye Windass) and Elle Mulvaney (Amy Barlow).

He now has a totally different career

Meanwhile, confirming his soap exit, new Aadi actor Hussain said earlier this year: “I guess the secrets out now! As some of you may have heard, I will be leaving Coronation Street for new pastures,’ the actor penned, alongside a recent photo of the full Corrie cast.

“Over the 5 years I’ve spent there I have learned so much about the world and the industry and now feel I am ready to spread my wings a little. I have made friends that will last a lifetime and will surely miss such a special family! This isn’t a farewell for Aadi however, more like a see you later!”