A noticeable absence in Netflix’s hit series, 'Bridgerton 3' was that of Indian-origin actress Charithra Chandran, who played Edwina Sharma in the second season. Recently, Chandran opened up about why Edwina did not return, shedding light on the creative decisions behind her character’s journey.
Through her portrayal of the character, Chandran captivated audiences with her grace and vulnerability, the Town & Country magazine reported. In the second season, a love triangle, she stepped back to allow her sister and lover to embrace their true feelings for each other. Reflecting on Edwina's character in a 2022 interview with the Indian Express, Chandran said that starring in 'Bridgerton' “is absolutely a burden and a blessing. I think it’s about picking diverse roles that are really different from it and building out a career that doesn’t rely too much on the flagship show that launched me. But I’m so grateful for it. It was such a wonderful experience and I have great things to say about it.”
“I’m not on set for season 3. I’m doing another film. It hasn’t been announced yet. It’s really exciting!” she added. In an interview with The Guardian, she said: "I've potentially had the biggest success, in my professional life, in the second thing I've ever done. I'm not saying I'll never do anything grander than 'Bridgerton'. I hope that's not the case – and I have big ambitions. It's just rather bizarre that it was the beginning of my career. I think it has really warped my sense of achievement."
Chandran is set to star in 'Arzu', a drama based on the novel of the same name, as a young Indian heiress who leaves Mumbai for New York City. She also starred in the film 'How To Date Billy Walsh', which premiered on Prime Video last month.
