Cryptic crossword No 3,256

3d, gorgeous clue, and love the use of 'upset' in 19d

I said wow last time, but this is even more wow! If you can maintain this standard you’ll be a star setter before you know it🤩 Nice work with the theme- nothing too strained. I’ll put ‘leading character’ into my bag for later use! Today’s pick: 4a, 8a, 9a! 20a, 10d, 21d, 15d, 19d. Thanks. One quibblet below…

Hi Abdul - I think this is the first of yours I've tried but it went down very well on the live solve so belated welcome and congratulations. Some very clear constructions and good surfaces. I think my top three are 20a, 24a and 15d. I look forward to seeing and solving more. Cheers