Pop superstar Dua Lipa and her actor fiancé, Callum Turner, chose a quintessentially British start to 2026, enjoying a low-key dog walk in London this Tuesday. The couple, who recently returned from a sun-drenched Mexican beach holiday, wrapped up warm against the UK chill, showcasing a more domestic side compared to the typical celebrity New Year exodus.
From Mexican Sun to London Parks
The pair have just come back from a celebratory pre-Christmas getaway to Mexico, which followed the conclusion of Dua's massive Radical Optimism tour in December. Callum had also been travelling separately, attending the New York premiere of his new film, Atropia. Despite the allure of extended sunshine, they decided to return to Britain to see in the new year.
During their London stroll, the Physical hitmaker was spotted with a takeaway coffee, sporting an all-black ensemble accessorised with a Gucci scarf and a striking oversized red faux fur hat. All eyes, however, were drawn to her dazzling £25,000 engagement ring. Callum kept it casual in a practical black padded jacket as they walked their dog through a park.
Reflecting on a Landmark Year
The outing followed an emotional social media reflection from Dua over the weekend. On Sunday, she shared a heartfelt 2025 round-up on Instagram, looking back on a monumental 12 months. The carousel of images featured behind-the-scenes tour moments, birthday celebrations, and a loved-up snap with Callum that prominently displayed her engagement ring.
In her caption, Dua expressed that life "just keeps getting better". She wrote: "some thaaangs from 2024 into a 2025 round up ~ i feel like this year has been v well documented so here's some stuff I don't think i've posted??? or maybe (probably) I have but pretend you haven't seen it. READY FOR 2026 - IT JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER!!!!!"
A Fast-Moving Romance
Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, who first sparked romance rumours in January 2024, confirmed their engagement this past June. Callum recently opened up about their whirlwind relationship in an interview with The Times Style, calling Dua "the most beautiful woman in the world".
He revealed they had several near-misses before finally meeting at a mutual friend's birthday drinks. Their instant connection was cemented when they discovered they were both reading the same novel, Hernan Diaz's Trust. To manage their demanding careers and long-distance stretches, the couple has established a key "rule" to prioritise their relationship, though its specifics remain private.
By choosing a quiet London walk over a flashy abroad party, Dua and Callum have signalled a preference for cosy, personal moments as they step into 2026, firmly focused on their future together.
