Janine Butcher is coming back to EastEnders. Tabloids and trade press confirmed the character will return in the coming months following a long absence. Reports point to a secretive storyline centred on a killer arc . The Sun called it a "top secret" twist that will "blow the roof off Albert Square."

Radio Times said Charlie Brooks looks set to reprise the role that made her a household name. Digital Spy noted the character has been missing for a stretch . Insiders have refused to share plot specifics . The broadcaster has not commented on episode dates or broadcast details .