In a bombshell twist no one saw coming, Home and Away fans are about to witness one of the most explosive storylines of the year — Mali Hudson’s secret past comes crashing into Summer Bay, and it’s about to change everything.

Sources close to the production have confirmed that Mali, played by fan favourite Kyle Shilling, will soon face his most emotional storyline yet when a mystery woman arrives in the Bay — carrying a baby that she claims is his. The shocking reveal is set to air later this season, leaving fans reeling and questioning everything they thought they knew about the easygoing surf instructor.

“It’s a storyline about honesty, loyalty, and what happens when secrets finally catch up to you,” a Home and Away insider teased. “Mali’s about to be pushed to his emotional limits.”

According to leaked episode descriptions, the drama begins when a distant relative of the woman posts a photo of the baby online — a photo that quickly circulates in Summer Bay. When Rose spots the image and notices an uncanny resemblance to Mali, she confronts him, setting off a chain of emotional confrontations that will ripple through the community.

At first, Mali denies everything — insisting that the timing doesn’t add up. But when confronted by the mysterious woman, his world crumbles. The truth? The child was conceived before he moved to the Bay, in a brief relationship he believed was long over.

“Mali’s not the kind of guy to run from responsibility,” says actor Kyle Shilling, hinting at the intense episodes to come. “But this is something he didn’t expect. Suddenly, he’s questioning who he is, what kind of man he wants to be — and whether the Bay will ever forgive him.”

The emotional fallout is expected to touch everyone around him. Harper, who has grown closer to Mali, is left devastated, unsure whether to stand by him or walk away. Meanwhile, Cash and Felicity are caught in the crossfire as tensions rise across the small town.

Behind the scenes, Kyle Shilling’s performance has reportedly impressed producers, who describe the storyline as a “turning point” for the actor. “He’s showing new layers of depth,” said one crew member. “Fans will see a different side of Mali — vulnerable, conflicted, and full of heart.”

Viewers can expect a series of powerful emotional scenes, including one in which Mali holds his newborn child for the first time — a moment said to be “beautiful, raw, and completely unforgettable.”

As the truth unfolds, one thing is certain: Summer Bay will never be the same again.