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<div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Bridgerton&#x27;s Luke Newton, Nicola Coughlan recall struggles to stardom" src="https://news-workbench-api.abs-cbn.com/api/upload-raw/20240610120624/1a21eb2b33e9d902378aec84960fef69511fceaea9da6553e03639b1689b4e88.jpg" class="fr-fil fr-dib"/></figure></div>As the world eagerly anticipates part 2 of Netflix’s sensation “Bridgerton Season 3,” the spotlight turns to Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington, whose love story promises to captivate audiences with its depth and complexity.Behind the scenes, the journey of the actors and the show’s commitment to inclusivity weave an equally compelling narrative.In ABS-CBN’s sit-down interview in Australia, actors Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan, and &quot;Bridgerton&quot; show-runner Jess Brownell shared their thoughts on what’s in store in the second installment of Season 3 dropping on Netflix on June 13, their personal struggles, and the importance of inclusivity in the series.For Newton and Coughlan, the road to “Bridgerton” was paved with financial hardships and the relentless pursuit of their passion for acting. Reflecting on their journeys, they reveal the challenges they faced and the profound impact the show has had on their lives.“I still have moments when I just feel so grateful that I get to wake up every day and acting is my job. It&#x27;s like something that I just always wanted to have as my sole focus and be like, you know, I&#x27;ve grown up like being unemployed and trying to juggle, like doing normal jobs and then maybe looking at the show for a few weeks. And now it&#x27;s so nice to wake up every day and go up. This is what I get to focus on. I feel very lucky and privileged to do that,&quot; <span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none">Newton, who plays Colin Bridgerton, said.Coughlan, who gives life to Penelope Featherington and Lady Whistledown, opened up about her own struggles: &quot;The same thing as me, honestly. Like I, the little things that are lost to me, the fact that like this is how I pay my gas and electric bill. It sounds like a silly thing, but also like because, you know, we both really spent a good day of our time in our 20s, quite broke and trying to be actors. And that&#x27;s hard. But also it&#x27;s crazy to come, you know, halfway across the world and for people to know who you are. I still don’t.&quot;The financial instability and the constant hustle for roles are familiar struggles for many aspiring actors. Their stories highlight the resilience required to succeed in the industry and the transformative impact of landing a significant role in a major series like “Bridgerton.”<div>Inclusivity at the core of &#x27;Bridgerton&#x27; </div>“Bridgerton” has been lauded for its diverse casting and inclusive storytelling, which have set it apart from many period dramas. Showrunner Brownell discussed the importance of inclusivity and how it shapes the series.&quot;The inclusivity on the show is so important to us. We start those conversations at the beginning of every season, thinking about how we want to broaden the world. The important thing for us is allowing people to be seen within this show. This show is a fantasy and it&#x27;s an alternate history. Why shouldn&#x27;t people feel seen within that fantasy?&quot; Brownell said.In fact, two Filipino-British actors -- James Bradwell (whom ABS-CBN recently got to chat with) and Martin Sarreal -- were cast as Lord Basilio and Lord Barnell, respectively in Season 3.This commitment to inclusivity is not just a strategy but a fundamental aspect of the show’s identity. By reimagining history with a diverse cast, “Bridgerton” challenges traditional narratives and provides a platform for a wider range of stories and experiences.Part 2  of “Bridgerton” Season 3 promises significant transformations for Colin and Penelope, both physically and emotionally. These changes are meticulously crafted to reflect their growth and evolving identities.“The glow-up was a big conversation in the beginning,&quot; Brownell said. &quot;I want to preface this by saying the glow-up is one piece of the transformation that&#x27;s happening this season. As fans will see when they dive into this season, the physical glow-up doesn&#x27;t necessarily have the results that Penelope and Colin are hoping for. It&#x27;s really about that internal journey. Since we&#x27;re on it, for Nicola and Penelope&#x27;s character, we talked a lot about taking her as far from her mother&#x27;s idea of how she should look. She&#x27;s rebelling this season a bit. If she used to be in oranges and yellows, she&#x27;s going to the opposite end of the color wheel and going into greens and blues. For her hair, she would always have these tight little curls. Now it&#x27;s more wavy. She&#x27;s wearing it loose. We referenced Rita Hayworth and Jessica Rabbit.&quot;&quot;For Colin, Erica, who leads our hair and makeup team, she talks a lot about how sideburns and eyebrows, the length of them. You can really change the shape of the face to emphasize a younger, more cherubic look or a more mature look. For Colin, we&#x27;re obviously leaning into his growth and his maturity this season,” Brownell adds.The much-awaited Part 2 of &quot;Bridgerton Season 3&quot; comes out on June 13 on Netflix.

As the world eagerly anticipates part 2 of Netflix’s sensation “Bridgerton Season 3,” the spotlight turns to Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington, whose love story promises to captivate audiences with its depth and complexity.

As the world eagerly anticipates part 2 of Netflix’s sensation “Bridgerton Season 3,” the spotlight turns to Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington, whose love story promises to captivate audiences with its depth and complexity.

Bridgerton's Luke Newton, Nicola Coughlan recall struggles to stardom

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Bridgerton's Luke Newton, Nicola Coughlan recall struggles to stardom

Gretchen Fullido,

ABS-CBN News

Published June 10, 2024 07:26 PM PHT

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