Imagining Hrithik in 'LotR'? Showrunner Payne hints it could happen!
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power showrunner J. D. Payne recently hinted at the possibility of Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan joining the cast in future seasons. Yes, you read that right! In an exclusive interview with Pinkvilla, Payne spoke highly of Roshan and mentioned that the "door would be open" for him if a suitable role came up. Here are more details on this.
'Last time in Mumbai, we met Hrithik,' says Payne
Payne, along with actors Megan Richards and Markella Kavenagh, discussed the potential involvement of Roshan in the series. "Last time when I was in Mumbai, we met Hrithik (Roshan). He was phenomenal. So the door would be open if the right role came along...Opportunities are there," Payne told the portal. This revelation has sparked excitement among fans who are eager to see Roshan in the fantasy series.
Indian actors already part of 'The Rings of Power' S2
When questioned about the inclusion of other Indian actors in the upcoming season of The Rings of Power, Payne revealed that Gavi Singh Chera, who plays Merrimac on the show, is part of the cast. "We actually did cast Indian actors in Season 2...Gavi Singh Chera - He is absolutely amazing. He's in a couple of episodes...That'd be very cool," he said.
'The Rings of Power' Season 2 to premiere soon
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on Thursday (August 29). The eight-episode series will be released in parts every Thursday, with the first three episodes streaming on Thursday, followed by subsequent episodes on September 5, 12, 19, and 26, and the season finale on October 3. The series is inspired by J. R. R. Tolkien's history of Middle-earth and the acclaimed novel The Lord of the Rings.
