Corrie star promises '24'-style episodes

Coronation Street star Shobna Gulati has said that the soap will have a 24-style feel in its 50th anniversary week.

From December 6, the ITV1 show will mark its milestone by airing a special block of seven episodes, featuring an explosion at The Joinery, a tram crash and a live broadcast.

Speaking on Loose Women yesterday, Gulati revealed her excitement over the celebrations as she discussed what is in store next month.

The actress - who plays Sunita Alahan - explained: "The big 5-0 is shaping up really well. We're going to have a live episode on the 9th, between 8pm and 9pm - it's an hour long so I hope you're all going to tune in. And it's got live CGI, which is something to do with special effects!"

She added: "We've got a whole week of [the tram crash], so it's going to be a bit like 24 - all done in real time, culminating in this live episode. So keep watching!"

Gulati also hinted that she is expecting some surprises to feature in the programme's live edition.

She said: "We haven't had the script for the live, so we could be given any curveballs. So don't believe anything you've read in the papers."

> Confirmed: Corrie's 50th week schedule