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\n\t\tJosh and Oscar\u2019s new romance potential has set social media alight(Picture: BBC\/Metro)<\/p>\n
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\n\t\tJosh and Oscar\u2019s new romance potential has set social media alight(Picture: BBC\/Metro)<\/p>\n
The possibility of a new romance kicking off in EastEnders<\/a> has got everyone talking.<\/p>\n Oscar Branning<\/a> (Pierre Counihan-Moullier<\/a>), who remains one of the BBC One soap\u2019s greatest characters, quite literally bumped into newcomer Josh Goodwin (Joshua Vaughn)<\/a>, spilling his milkshake all over himself in the process. <\/p>\n Awks? You\u2019d think so and for a second it was, with a momentary silence following as Oscar \u2013 who had mentioned his desire for said milkshake earlier in the day \u2013 was left frustrated by the loss of his favourite beverage. <\/p>\n But his demeanour swiftly changed upon locking eyes with Josh.<\/p>\n In what can only be described as an incredibly romcom-esque exchange, the two boys held one another\u2019s gaze. \u2018You know, there are easier ways of getting my attention?\u2019, Oscar said with a grin as Josh responded with a giggle. <\/p>\n \u2018Banana?\u2019, asked the newcomer after taking a taste of the split milkshake on his jumper. \u2018Good shout\u2019.<\/p>\n Josh walked off and Oscar\u2019s eyes followed. Josh glanced back and Oscar once more held his sight as both lads struggled to resist a smile. <\/p>\n Something special was certainly brewing and EastEnders fans thought so too, with the possible couple\u2019s meeting scene having already gone viral on social media<\/a> \u2013 and an overwhelmingly positive response followed.<\/p>\n We love to see it. <\/p>\n \t\t Taking to X, formerly Twitter, Liam wrote: \u2018They are absolutely electric, it\u2019s insane the chemistry off of one short scene,\u2019 while another fan said they \u2018already ship\u2019 the couple. <\/p>\n Mikey was similarly enthused, writing \u2018okaaayyyy\u2019 while over on Instagram, user seb2za17q said that they \u2018love these two\u2019 already. <\/p>\n Josh and Oscar\u2019s cute meeting also grabbed the attention of viewers who haven\u2019t watched EastEnders in quite some time and it\u2019s made them want to start tuning in once more. <\/p>\n \t\t \t\t\t\tDon’t miss a Soaps scoop! Add us as a Preferred Source\t\t\t<\/p>\n As a loyal Metro Soaps reader, we want to make sure you never miss our articles when searching for stories. We have all the latest soaps news, spoilers, videos, and interviews, with a vibrant community of highly engaged readers.<\/p>\n Click the button below and tick\u00a0Metro.co.uk\u00a0to ensure you see stories from us first in Google Search.<\/p>\n \nAdd us as a Preferred Source<\/a>\n<\/p>\n \t\t \u2018Time to start watching Eastenders again,\u2019 said LeVaughn, a sentiment echoed by ell, who added: \u2018i might have to tune back in\u2019. X user Thierry added that they also \u2018need\u2019 to watch the show again in the wake of Oscar and Josh crossing paths. <\/p>\n EastEnders fans previously predicted that Oscar would romance Josh<\/a>, the estranged twin brother of Jasmine Fisher<\/a> (Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness<\/a>), who he dated previously.<\/p>\n Jasmine is currently in prison<\/a>, accused of the murder of Anthony Trueman (Nicholas Bailey), who she killed in self-defence <\/a>to protect mum Zoe Slater<\/a> (Michelle Ryan<\/a>), despite tormenting her previously for months.<\/p>\n \t\t Oscar was dating Jasmine, who desperately tried to get him to leave the Square with her \u2013 and even lied about his dad Max Branning<\/a> (Jake Wood<\/a>) making a move on her in a bid to get him to leave.<\/p>\n Max reiterated after Jasmine was jailed that Jasmine wasn\u2019t good for him and thus he cut ties with her.<\/p>\n The possibility of Oscar and Josh starting a romance was dashed on Thursday, as Oscar discovered the newcomer\u2019s connection to Jasmine.<\/p>\n He told Josh that he actually wanted to be with Jasmine, and said it would be better if they forget their brief interaction happened. <\/p>\n But is this really the end?<\/p>\n EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer.<\/p>\n This article was originally published on March 20, 2026.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us\u00a0soaps@metro.co.uk<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 we\u2019d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n Join the community by leaving a comment below and\u00a0stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage<\/a>.<\/p>\n Arrow Arrow Arrow![\"Oscar](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SEI_290223507-7866.jpg\")
\n\t\tJosh certainly got Oscar\u2019s attention (Picture: BBC)<\/p>\n![\"Oscar](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774708090_981_553680-2931.jpg\")
\n\t\tOscar previously dated Josh\u2019s twin sister Jasmine Fisher (Picture: BBC\/Jack Barnes\/Kieron McCarron)<\/p>\n![\"Soaps](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774708091_605_SEI_278522320-46a3.jpg\")
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\n\t\tJosh arrived in Walford earlier this week (Picture: BBC\/Jack Barnes\/Kieron McCarron)<\/p>\n
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