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NZ Herald
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Netflix's Pride and Prejudice remake features diverse cast
The show 'really emphasised black', according to Verna Myers, the company's diversity lead. It was criticised by some for its inaccurate depiction of Regency England as a diverse and post-racial society, and also for glossing over the social struggles of black people at the time. Irish actor Daryl McCormack will play Charles Bingley. Photo / Daily Telegraph UK Austen herself did not spend much time on describing what her characters looked like, and Mr Bingley is said to be 'wonderfully handsome', while the snobbish Caroline is 'one of the handsomest women' known to the heroine, Elizabeth Bennet. Mr Bingley will be played by Irish actor Daryl McCormack, who has spoken in the past about his own experience of racism in Ireland, while Caroline will be played by Black Mirror star Siena Kelly. The newly announced casting choices will appear alongside Rufus Sewell, who has been unveiled as the genial Mr Bennet, and the previously announced Olivia Colman as Mrs Bennet and The Crown star Emma Corrin as Elizabeth Bennet. Jack Lowden, best-known for Slow Horses, will play Mr Darcy. Siena Kelly will play Caroline Bingley. Photo / Daily Telegraph UK Dolly Alderton, writer and executive producer on the series, said earlier in the year that the Pride and Prejudice adaptation would offer an opportunity to 'find both familiar and fresh ways of bringing this beloved book to life'. Myers said in 2021 that Netflix's emphasis on diversity while 'exciting' can lead to 'some controversy'. In 2023, a Netflix series portrayed Cleopatra as black, after producer Jada Pinkett Smith – the wife of actor Will Smith – cited the importance of telling 'stories about black queens'. Dr Zahi Hawass, a leading Egyptian archaeologist, reacted by saying, 'Cleopatra was not black'. It was pointed out that Cleopatra was descended from Ptolemy, a general of Alexander the Great, making the queen of 'light-skinned' Macedonian Greek heritage. The BBC has also sought to increase diversity in casting for its period dramas, including Wolf Hall, which returned for a second series with a diverse cast of Tudor courtiers, including real historical figures known to be white. This diversity was evident within families, and the mother and sister of Jane Seymour, the third wife of Henry VIII, were portrayed as being of different ethnic backgrounds from Jane herself. This approach has also been with the forthcoming drama King and Conqueror about the Norman invasion of 1066, with historical Anglo-Saxon noblemen as being from diverse backgrounds. King and Conqueror is a CBS Studios co-production series acquired by the BBC.
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Watch: If a knight from Westeros visited Bengaluru, he'd do exactly what 'Game of Thrones' star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau did
Who knew one of the most feared knights of Westeros had a soft spot for idli and vada? 'Game of Thrones' star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, known worldwide for his unforgettable role as Jaime Lannister, was spotted enjoying a traditional South Indian breakfast at the famed Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru. With no entourage or flashing cameras, the Danish actor almost slipped past unnoticed, until a lucky fan caught a glimpse and shared a now-viral video online. "Is That Jaime Lannister With a Plate of Vada?" Dressed casually in jeans and a plain tee, the Hollywood actor was seen chatting away with a large group of friends. It wasn't until one eagle-eyed fan recognised him and secretly filmed the encounter that the internet exploded. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Design Thinking Leadership Cybersecurity Product Management Management Public Policy Data Analytics healthcare Artificial Intelligence Healthcare others Data Science Operations Management Digital Marketing Degree CXO Finance MCA Others Technology Project Management Data Science PGDM MBA Skills you'll gain: Duration: 22 Weeks IIM Indore CERT-IIMI DTAI Async India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 25 Weeks IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK PCP DTIM Async India Starts on undefined Get Details 'JAIME LANNISTER traded his sword for a plate of idli-vada. Spotted him at @therameshwaramcafe today and I'm NOT OKAY,' the fan posted, along with the short video clip. — chetandgp (@chetandgp) In the footage, Nikolaj appears relaxed and cheerful, sampling a spread of idlis, dosas and crispy vadas. For most diners, he was just another foreign visitor enjoying a local delicacy, until the video began trending. Live Events A Quiet Indian Getaway? While it's still unclear whether Nikolaj is in India for professional reasons or simply enjoying a holiday, fans have gone into detective mode trying to figure out his itinerary. This isn't the first time a GOT actor has been spotted in India. In 2019, Emilia Clarke, aka Daenerys Targaryen, also visited the country and was seen exploring the streets of Rajasthan. Adding to the excitement, an image posted by the restaurant shows Nikolaj posing with staff outside, captioned: "Westeros just met Bengaluru spice! Thank you Nikolaj Coster-Waldau for dining with us at The Rameshwaram Cafe." What's Next for the Star? On the work front, fans can look forward to Nikolaj's return to screens in 'King and Conqueror', a historical epic where he portrays William the Conqueror. The series is set to premiere on 24 August 2025, and promises to deliver all the grandeur and drama you'd expect from a project featuring the GOT alum. Fans Can't Keep Calm Social media is now flooded with posts celebrating his unannounced visit: 'Only in Bengaluru would Jaime Lannister get served dosa before being recognised.' 'Imagine sitting next to Nikolaj at breakfast and not noticing?!' One thing's for sure, Westeros may have lost its Kingslayer, but Bengaluru has gained a breakfast-loving guest who now knows the magic of a steaming plate of idli and chutney.
Hindustan Times
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru woman spots Game of Thrones' Jaime Lannister Nikolaj Coster-Waldau gorging on idlis at Rameshwaram Cafe: Watch
No one can resist the soft idlis and crispy dosas of Bengaluru's Rameshwaram Cafe, not even Jaime foo**n Lannister! A woman named Shakira posted a video from the cafe on Saturday and showed her followers how she ran into Game of Thrones star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau there. The Bengaluru woman couldn't resist a selfie with Nikolaj. Jaime Lannister always finishes his idlis Shakira, who is an 'engineer-turned-content creator,' said in her video that she was simply filming herself at the cafe when she spotted Nikolaj in the background, feasting on idlis and dosas. She approached him for a selfie and he obliged. The actor was seen in a simple black shirt and a black hat, hanging out with other tourists. 'So I was at @therameshwaramcafe, Bengaluru when I was randomly filming myself and just found @nikolajwilliamcw aka Jaime Lannister from @gameofthrones standing just behind me , it was a star-struck moment,' Shakira wrote in her post. Her followers were impressed by the video, asking her where she ran into the actor. Last year in November, Indian actor Prajakta Koli also met Nikolaj in New York. They spoke about the environment in a video shared by her. While speaking, Nikolaj said, "If anyone is wondering why there's a constant helicopter, it's just that this helicopter has been following you now for three days. You're this famous, it's crazy." She teased, "Between the two of us, it's me. I'm that famous that this helicopter keeps following me everywhere I it's a tough life being this famous. International actor of one of the biggest series made ever." More about Nikolaj Coster Waldau Nikolaj rose to immense fame as one of the most popular characters on hit HBO series, Game of Thrones. It ran for eight seasons from 2011 to 2019. He played Jaime Lannister on the show, one of the three Lannister siblings alongside Lena Headey and Peter Dinklage. Nikolaj will be seen next in another historical epic series, King and Conqueror, that will premiere on BBC. The trailer for it landed online yesterday, July 25. He is also seen with Jennifer Garner in The Last Thing He Told Me.
Daily Record
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Game of Thrones star joins 'promising' new historical BBC drama opposite James Norton
The BBC has unveiled a sneak peek at the forthcoming historical drama King and Conqueror, set to broadcast next month. The series, formerly known as 1066, will see the pair battle for the throne alongside their respective wives. The teaser features James Norton in the role of Harold, Earl of Wessex, while Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, known for Game of Thrones, plays William, Duke of Normandy. The drama will depict the duo's struggle for the throne, alongside their respective wives, Edith Swan-neck (Emily Beecham) and Matilda (Clémence Poésy). The trailer also introduces allies and foes such as King Edward (Eddie Marsan), Lady Emma (Juliet Stevenson), Morcar (Elander Moore), Gytha (Clare Holman), Tostig (Luther Ford), Queen Gunhild (Bo Bragason) and Godwin (Geoff Bell). King and Conqueror tells the tale of a conflict that shaped the destiny of a nation – and a continent – for a millennium, with roots reaching back decades and extending through two intertwined family dynasties, vying for power across two countries and a turbulent sea, reports the Mirror. Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy were two men fated to clash at the Battle of Hastings in 1066; two allies with no initial ambition for the English throne, who found themselves compelled by circumstance and personal obsession into a war for its crown. The programme consists of eight hour-long episodes and will also feature Jean-Marc Barr as King Henry, Elliott Cowan as Sweyn, Bjarne Henriksen as Earl Siward, Oliver Masucci as Baldwin, Indy Lewis as Margaret, Jason Forbes as Thane Thomas, Ingvar Sigurdsson as Fitzosbern, Ines Asserson as Judith, Sveinn Ólafur Gunnarsson as Hardrada and Léo Legrand as Odo. Fresh promotional artwork for the drama presents a monochrome portrait of Harold with a resolute expression whilst William looms behind him, ready for combat. BBC audiences were swift to react to the programme's preview, with one commenting: "I hope they include the part where William had Harold buried on the beach, to guard the English shore.'I always found that quite touching, like a mark of his respect for such a great warrior." Another contributed: "The story of William the Conqueror; updated for a modern audience," whilst a third wrote: "Bout damn time they dropped this trailer. They been talking about this show for a year and a half." Someone else remarked: "Hopefully, this show will fulfill how I missed Vikings," as another contributed: "First i have heard of this but it seems really promising."
