In a recent interview, Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan opened up about her desire to keep certain scenes of the hit Netflix series away from her mother's eyes. As Coughlan and co-star Luke Newton gear up for a new installment that promises steamy moments between their characters Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton, the actress confesses to requesting a watered-down version for her mom.
Coughlan, at 37 years old, jokingly stated in a radio interview that she would prefer a PG version for her mother. 'I am not doing that,' she exclaimed. Newton, in agreement, shared that he couldn't even watch the second episode with his own mother. It seems the stars are determined to shield their families from the more intimate aspects of the show.
Amidst the laughter, Coughlan playfully suggested that her mother's version of the story would be significantly shorter, lasting only about five minutes. Newton chimed in, adding to the humor by stating that his mother might have experienced a similar short episode in the previous seasons.
While the third season of Bridgerton, set to be released in two parts this spring, marks Coughlan's leading role in the historical romance series, she admits to having skipped certain scenes from earlier seasons when watching with her mom. Evidently, the desire to protect loved ones from potentially awkward moments is not exclusive to the upcoming installments.
In an exciting sneak peek released this week, fans got a taste of what's to come for Penelope and Colin's love story. The clip features Penelope finally standing up to Colin after overhearing dismissive comments he made in Season 2. She confronts him about his cruelty and makes it clear that she won't tolerate being treated as a laughingstock.
Coughlan previously hinted that Season 3 would be a romantic affair, staying true to the source material, Romancing Mister Bridgerton. She described the season as full of love and revealed that there were numerous moments on set where the cast was moved by the sheer romance of the scenes they were filming.
As the season commences, Penelope finds herself socially isolated after her identity as Lady Whistledown is exposed to her best friend, Eloise. This revelation strains their relationship, as Eloise also happens to be Colin's younger sister. Feeling alone and unsupported, Penelope takes matters into her own hands and decides to navigate the marriage market with a fresh outlook.
Embracing her newfound independence, Coughlan describes Penelope as a woman on a mission. She has a clear goal of finding a husband and changing her entire look to make a new impression on potential suitors. It seems that Season 3 will present a transformation for Penelope as she takes charge of her love life and makes her desires known.
Fans of the Bridgerton series can mark their calendars for the highly anticipated release of Season 3, with the first part premiering on May 16 and the second part on June 13. Additionally, Seasons 1 and 2, along with the spinoff Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, are currently available for streaming on Netflix.
As we eagerly await the next installment of Bridgerton, it's heartwarming to see the close-knit cast looking out for one another and protecting their loved ones from any potentially awkward situations. The anticipation for the upcoming season continues to build, and fans can't wait to witness the captivating romance unfold between Penelope and Colin.
