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“Bridgerton” star Charithra Chandran claimed her friends cruelly stated she was a diversity hire after she was cast in the wildly popular period drama. The British actress, 25, made the shocking revelation in an interview with the Telegraph on Sunday, describing the comments as “harmful.”“I’ve had friends say to me, ‘Oh you got that because you’re brown,’ and that really hurts,” Chandran stated. “[And] What’s really scary is that you can start believing it.”The starlet, who’s of Indian descent, has been cast as debutante Edwina Sharma in the second season of the steamy series, set to hit Netflix Friday.

 is just days away from dropping, and we can't wait for another round of regency-era looks and love stories.The stars of the Netflix series hit the red carpet in their finest of modern wears during the show's season premiere in London Tuesday night and let's just say, they came to slay. From Simone Ashley to Shonda Rhimes and Charithra Chandran, nobody held anything back on the carpet. The only drawback was a missing Nicola Coughlan, who had to miss the premiere after testing positive for COVID-19.Ashley, whose love story with Lord Anthony Bridgerton is at the center of season 2, stunned in a black, lace skirt and top combo that was dripping in intricate details.

It’s 20 minutes after our interview is scheduled to begin, the very first of the day, and Ruby Barker is nowhere to be seen. Where could the Bridgerton star be? If Lady Whistledown was doing this interview, her rumour mill would be whirring by now. A scandalous liaison with a society rake? An overnight elopement? Actually, the truth is far less Netflix-worthy.

Bridgerton’s writer and central stars have revealed the reasons behind the decision to feature less sex scenes in the much-anticipated second series of the show. When the first series of the show hit the streaming site, fans went wild for the raunchy love scenes between Regé-Jean Page and Phoebe Dynevor’s two main characters, the Duke of Hastings and Daphne Bridgerton.

The Viscount Who Loved Me, focuses on the eldest Bridgerton sibling, Anthony (Jonathan Bailey), as he embarks on a quest to find a wife. 's Simone Ashley plays Anthony's love interest, Kate Sharma, and newcomer Charithra Chandran plays Kate's younger sister, Edwina. The Sharma family was reimagined for the series.«Everything they loved in season 1 is still there but we've got the the most amazing introduction of a new family, the Sharmas, who are incredible,» Jessie recently shared in an exclusive interview with ET's Lauren Zima. «They're such a rich vibrant, interesting family to come into the show.

Jonathan Bailey is sharing how 's cast and crew work hard to ensure everyone feels safe during sex scenes. In an interview with , the actor detailed how things go down when filming the show's intimate scenes, which includes the presence of intimacy coordinators on set, who ensured that «no one goes into a scene quaking, worrying about how it will go.»«If you are concerned, you can talk to them,» he explained, adding that actors were also given consent forms to sign before each scene that detailed «which bit of skin we are going to show in each scene and where we will be touched and how.»«It turns sex scenes into a choreographed dance,» he added.For his part, the actor shared how he ensured that his frequent scene partner, Simone Ashley, always felt comfortable when they were shooting intimate scenes together. Bailey plays Lord Anthony Bridgerton, who takes the reigns as the leading character during the show's second season focusing on his quest for love. Although Anthony sets his sights on Edwina Sharma (Charithra Chandran), he is told that he must «tame her sister,» Kate Sharma (Ashley).

In celebration of the forthcoming series of Bridgerton is set to hit screens later this month, a hotel in Bath is offering the ultimate themed stay.The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa in Bath has curated an immersive experience inviting guests to live like Lady Danbury for a day and night.The hotel is launching a special, two-night Promenade Like A Bridgerton package allowing guests to immerse themselves in the Regency era.The package includes a two-night stay in one of the hotel’s rooms or suites, a Champagne Afternoon Tea in its acre of English country gardens and traditional English Breakfast each morning. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Bridgerton star Golda Rosheuvel has revealed a secret family connection she has to the late Princess Margaret. Speaking to Good Morning Britain hosts Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley this morning – ahead of the brand new Netflix series which airs on 25th March – the actress and singer, 52, confirmed that her mother enjoyed an exclusive dinner with the royal icon when she visited Barbados some years ago.

Anyone who has tuned into Netflix global phenomenon Bridgerton will know that the show includes some rather raunchy sex scenes. Now actor Jonathan Bailey, who will be at the forefront of the much-anticipated second series as his character Viscount Anthony Bridgerton takes centre stage, has lifted the lid on what the love scenes are really like to film.The 33 year old actor, who TV fans know from series such as ITV crime drama Broadchurch, also went on to reveal some tricks of the trade of how the cast work on the intimacy between them, including bizarre techniques like a half-inflated netball.

Bridgerton star Phoebe Dynevor has become a household name since following her mum into the world of acting. But far less is known about her two siblings – Sam, 25, and 18-year-old Harriet.MORE: Bridgerton star Jonathan Bailey reveals shocking news about season threePhoebe, 26, is the eldest of Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor's children with husband Tim.

Regé-Jean Page proved that he is still the most dapper of them all, as he stepped out Wednesday night with girlfriend Emily Brown. The star and soccer player’s latest outing at the Dunhill Pre-BAFTA filmmaker's dinner and party was enough to make Lady Whistledown run to the printing press.  The couple was a knockout, as they arrived at the event hand in hand.

When Regé-Jean Page catapulted onto screens as Simon, the Duke of Hastings in Bridgerton, the actor quickly became a firm favourite among fans. However, much to their dismay, the official Netflix account for the top show shared the posters for its new series and revealed that the 32 year old would not be returning to the programme.

Jonathan Bailey has mixed feelings about the upcoming release of 's sophomore season. In a new GQ HYPE interview, the 33-year-old actor admits that «the idea that [] is coming out again is a bit of a rug pull,» noting that the whole thing is «quite scary.»The nerves come from the success of the Netflix series' first season, which saw Bailey star as Lord Anthony Bridgerton.

is back! Season 2 of the hit Netflix and Shondaland Regency drama is returning with a romantic new full-length trailer documenting Lord Anthony Bridgerton's (Jonathan Bailey) quest for love. Though Lord Anthony sets his sights on Edwina Sharma (Charithra Chandran), he is told that he must «tame her sister,» Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley). This seems to be a dangerous course of action as Lord Anthony tries to get in Kate's good graces only to find himself in a bit of a steamy love triangle. Lady Whistledown (Julie Andrews) then narrates, «What happens when duty is in conflict with the heart's true desire?» The show's second season will follow the plot set out in Julia Quinn's bestselling romance novels.

reality dating show, .Throwing us back into the days of more formal dating,  combines the well-known dating show formula of with the classic courting we fell for in Netflix's . (The second season is coming soon!) Literally set in a 19th century castle, nestled in the rolling hills of the English countryside, star Nicole Rémy and her group of eligible suitors will immerse themselves in England's Regency-era life. With only the help of past courting methods like archery, handwritten letters and stylized dances, the 16 suitors will compete for the ultimate prize — Ms. Rémy's heart.

 is taking dating back to the Regency era.On NBC's new reality dating show, which combines the dating process of  and the classic courting of , Nicole Remy, a modern girl tired of modern dating, travels back to England’s romance era with the hope of finding her true soulmate. ET spoke with Remy ahead of the show's premiere on Sunday, where she shared what enticed her to try this unique approach to dating.«I mean, I've done dating apps, but like you see, it's swiping left and right, it's the same sort of, like, quick text,» Remy explained of what drew her to the Regency-era method of dating.

Judi Love has revealed that she would "love" to appear in Netflix's raunchy period drama Bridgerton ahead of its second series.The Loose Women panellist, 41, also discusses last week's Super Bowl Halftime Show and what her and her children got up to in the half term in her exclusive OK! column. Are you an OK! VIP? If not, why not? It’s free and gives you backstage access to stories like this, exclusive home tours, special discounts and so much more! All you need to do is pop your email address below! P.s. if you’re already seeing this article in full, congrats - you’re already on our guest list! Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Play now Super-Bowl Magic The halftime show at this year’s Super Bowl was just incredible.

“Bridgerton” meets “The Bachelor” in NBC’s newest reality show dating competition, “The Courtship.”The regency-era-inspired series is dropping on NBC and its streaming service Peacock on March 6.The show takes a page out of Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” as a modern spin on the classic game of love. It features Nicole Remy, a Seattle woman who is looking for her own Mr.

officially greenlit last summer, was initially eyed to launch on Peacock.To stay up to date on breaking TV news, sign up for ET's daily newsletter. 'Bridgerton'-Inspired Dating Show 'Pride & Prejudice' Comes to Peacock

record-breaking romantic drama series “Bridgerton” is back for a second season March 25 — and a tantalizing, new teaser dropped in time for Valentine’s Day.The quick teaser for the Shonda Rhimes-produced series shows flashes of passionate scenes involving the characters and promises scandalous liaisons between them. Lady Whistledown is voiced by none other than Julie Andrews, who narrates the trailer.

Preview in new tabNetflix’s “Bridgerton” is known for its scandalous sex scenes, colorful Regency era fashions and shocking secrets.And while the romance drama plays into those story elements, Season 2 is going to get even more hair-raising. Series star Jonathan Bailey divulged the show’s cheeky nickname as love scenes focus more on the “female gaze” in the upcoming season.

Nicola Coughlan has a message for people who share their opinions about her body. “Hello! So just a thing- if you have an opinion about my body please, please don’t share it with me,” the actress wrote next to a mirror selfie Sunday on Instagram. “Most people are being nice and not trying to be offensive but I am just one real life human being and it’s really hard to take the weight of thousands of opinions on how you look being sent directly to you every day.” “If you have an opinion about me that’s ok, I understand I’m on TV and that people will have things to think and say but I beg you not to send it to me directly ❤️,” she added.

Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan has asked fans online to keep their opinions about her figure online. The Irish actress posted a photo on her Instagram page with the request in the caption of the snap.

 season 2 is fast approaching! On Wednesday, Netflix gave fans a peek at the hit show's upcoming sophomore season by releasing eight new photos that tease what's to come.The pic that will likely get most fans talking is one that shows Kate (Simone Ashley) and Anthony (Jonathan Bailey), whose love story will be the focus of season 2, having a romantic moment on the dance floor.Other shots show Kate shooting with the boys and hanging with her sister, Edwina (Charithra Chandran), while Anthony is seen fencing with his brothers and having a talk with his sister, Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor).Additional pics feature Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuval) reading Lady Whistledown, Penelope (Nicola Coughlan) and Eloise (Claudia Jessie) having an intense conversation, and the Featherington women dressed to the nines.Fans were previously treated to a teaser showing a fiery exchange between Kate and Anthony. When ET spoke with Coughlan in September, she said that the chemistry between the pair «is quite major.»Bailey agreed, telling ET last January that season 2 will «get more exciting and convoluted and sexier.»Season 2 of will premiere Friday, March 25 on Netflix.

Jonathan Bailey), as he ventures on his own journey to find a wife, will return for more drama, romance and scandal.

season 2. Creator and showrunner Chris Van Dusen revealed over the weekend that the hugely popular Netflix drama that the series finished filming the newest episodes, which are slated to debut in 2022.