August 27th 2025.
It's time to say goodbye to Weatherfield, but for Coronation Street actor Adam Hussain, it's just the next step in his exciting acting career. After playing Aadi Alahan on the beloved soap since 2020, Adam has now landed a brand-new role in a powerful short film called Spice For Life. The 12-minute drama, which is now available to watch on YouTube, tells the story of a foster child struggling to connect with his care worker, played by Hollyoaks actress Kirsty-Leigh Porter, until they bond over their love for cooking.
Spice For Life is a passion project for filmmaker Saleem Miah, who drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in the foster care system. In an interview with ITV News, Saleem shared, "I grew up in foster care myself, and I moved around a lot. I was placed with many white families, which gave me a unique and interesting upbringing." The film may be fictional, but many of the scenes are based on Saleem's own life. He also added, "I've been lucky to meet people along the way who have supported me."
Saleem hopes that Spice For Life will challenge the assumptions and stereotypes surrounding children in foster care. "People often assume that kids in care are not very smart or ambitious, but I've always wanted to be an example of someone who defies those stereotypes," he shared. "We can be just as good as anyone else and live fulfilling lives." With its powerful message and talented cast, Spice For Life is already making waves on YouTube.
For Adam, this is his first role since announcing his departure from Coronation Street earlier this year. In an Instagram post from April, he shared, "I will be leaving Coronation Street for new pastures. Over the 5 years I've spent there, I have learned so much and now feel ready to spread my wings." He also expressed gratitude for the friendships he's made and assured fans that this isn't a farewell for Aadi, but a "see you later."
Since joining the cast of Coronation Street in 2020, Adam has been an integral part of the show, playing Dev Alahan's son Aadi. Over the years, viewers have seen Aadi grow from a background character to a central figure in Weatherfield. He's been involved in dramatic storylines, including surviving a fire, dealing with family conflicts, and facing racism in a powerful knife attack plot. And now, with Spice For Life, Adam is proving that he's more than ready to take on new challenges beyond the cobbles.
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