As "Bridgerton" continues to captivate audiences with its lush visuals and intense romance, actors Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan have shared their dedication to keeping the intimate scenes between their characters, Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington, authentic. Ahead of the release of the second part of season 3, the duo discussed their approach to these pivotal moments, emphasizing their desire to honor the beloved relationship between their characters.
Newton and Coughlan, who have known each other for years, focused on the delicate balance needed to portray the evolving intimacy between their characters. They worked closely with the show's intimacy coordinator, Lizzie Talbot, to ensure that every scene felt genuine. Newton mentioned, “We just wanted to honor that because people have a lot of love for their relationship”. Coughlan echoed this sentiment, adding that the intimacy scenes felt "very real" and grounded in the characters' awkward yet endearing dynamics.
The actors aimed to keep the scenes relatable, portraying the nervousness and tenderness that comes with a blossoming romance. Coughlan noted that these moments are not about sudden transformations but about gradual, believable development. "In those intimate moments, they find moments to laugh and you see them figuring it out and doing it together," she explained, highlighting the natural progression of their relationship.
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