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Lottie Gibbons

Emmerdale fans confused as Kirin returns with 'new face'

Emmerdale fans were left in a state of confusion as Kirin returned but with a 'new face'.

On Monday, Charity explained to Priya that if Kirin were to show-up now, it would only complicate the adoption process.

But the pair were unaware an unseen watcher was observing them from afar.

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Later outside Holdgate, Priya was shocked when Kirin approached her to ask for some money.

Remembering Charity’s words, Priya said she'd call the police unless he leaves.

Tonight, Al noticed that Priya seemed distracted as she snapped at him when he asked her what’s wrong.

Adam Fielding previously as Kirin (ITV)

Priya was approached by Kirin again, and he asked to see Johnny, but Priya forbade it, revealing that Charity is adopting him.

Kirin was floored and said he wouldn't allow it and annoyed that Priya refused to give him any money, Kirin instead tried to get thousands of pounds from Charity.

While fans were glad to see Kirin's return to the soap, many noticed it was a different actor portraying him.

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Christopher joked on Twitter: "Suprised Priya recognised Kirin after his face transplant."

Danielle said: "Why does Kirin have a new face? Why couldn’t they have brought back Adam Fielding?"

Dion tweeted: "Kirin back with a new face."

And Mike said: "Kirin has a different head.. new actor alert."

For those confused, Rish Shah took over the role from Adam Fielding.

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