The latest episode of Coronation Street revealed Joel Deering’s dark side, as he emerges as the culprit behind Lauren Bolton’s case. In an exclusive interview, Calum Lill, the actor behind Joel, opens up about the intense secrecy surrounding his character, the weight of responsibility, and the chilling research undertaken to portray authenticity. Keep scrolling!
Coronation Street Star Calum Lill Reveals His Character’s Dark Storyline
It’s confirmed! Joel Deering is the culprit behind Lauren Bolton’s disappearance and likely murder. Recently, in Coronation Street, Nathan Curtis got accused of the crime when Lauren’s hair was found in his van. However, it turns out Joel was the real culprit all along. Actress Calum Lill shares his thoughts on his character’s new plot.
Speaking about the big revelation, the actor exclaimed that he was terrified but relieved. He mentioned that he had been aware of this for over a year after receiving the breakdown for Joel last May. It described the Coronation Street character as a charming character with a dark side.
The soap star recounted that they informed him of Joel’s actions during the screen test, and he thought, “Oh my goodness, this is a really terrible person. And I’ve got to hide in plain sight for a year.” When asked if they had always anticipated keeping it a secret for such an extended period of time. Calum’s response was affirmative.
In his initial discussion with the Coronation Street producer, the star was conveyed that the storyline had been meticulously planned out, month by month. While certain aspects could be subject to change, many specifics are already established. The star labeled it a rather uncommon occurrence.
What’s Next For Joel?
Lill discussed his take on the ongoing storyline. He expressed that he felt a tremendous sense of responsibility when taking on the story. He emphasised the importance of not portraying it in a cliché manner. To ensure authenticity, he met with charities and researched through documentaries and psychological papers.
The Coronation Street newfound villain’s main concern was to avoid offending anyone who might have experienced similar situations. Additionally, he felt reassured by the efforts behind the scenes to develop the character and storyline.
Calum explained that he had to be careful with the portrayal of his character, saying, “I couldn’t make him so nice that it seemed unbelievable he could do such things.” The actor spent hours studying Ted Bundy’s mannerisms and speech patterns.
He clarified, “Not that Joel is based on him, but just to understand the real person. He’s so nice. He’s confident, and he’s charming, but that is just a facade.” Now that the truth is out.” Nevertheless, Coronation Street has now exposed his real face. According to Lill, his alter-ego considers the situation and ponders how to address it.
Being well-versed in legal matters, the lawyer understands the importance of casting doubt and eliminating any evidence that could incriminate him. However, he may have faced legal issues and mistreated people. The severity of this situation weighs heavily on him.
The solicitor must ensure that Nathan takes the fall, leaving no room for suspicion to ever fall on himself. It’s undoubtedly a do-or-die for him. Will his evil plan succeed? Let us find out! Till then, for more Coronation Street updates, keep checking TV Season & Spoilers!