EastEnders spoilers: Ben Mitchell and Callum Highway get shocking proposal from mystery man

BEN Mitchell and Callum Highway are approached by a mysterious and attractive man on this week’s EastEnders.

But the encounter takes a turn when the couple is given a strange and shocking opportunity.

After dating on and off for two years, “Ballum” finally seemed to be on the right track when they tied the knot.

Although his first attempt at a proposal was botched, Ben tried his hand once again by planning a big romantic gesture.

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Ben was left surprised, and almost horrified, when his other half got down on one knee to ask him for his hand in marriage.

The pair eventually declared their unwavering love for one another before popping the question at the same time – leaving viewers in tears.

However, their May, 2021, wedding – praised by many if not all EastEnders fans – did not manage to keep the heartache at bay.

Since getting hitched, their commitment to one another has been put to the test on numerous occasions.

After the unsettling reappearance of Ben’s old flame, a new mystery man is set to cause trouble in paradise.

While taking a trip to the market, both Ben (Max Bowden) and Callum (Tony Clay) eye up the attractive stranger.

They soon spot him again at The Prince Albert, prompting police officer Callum – who has made his insecurities well-known to his husband – to invite him for a drink.

While getting to know each other, the conversation eventually changes tone.

Callum is left horrified after an impromptu proposal from the man.

A quick chat leads the couple to eventually turn the stranger down.

But what’s so shocking about the man’s suggestion? Tune in to BBC One to find out.