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13-08-2025
- Entertainment
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Ambika Mod says she gets rookie roles even after Netflix's 'One Day' success
In an interview with The Times UK, the actor, who is of Indian descent, opened up about getting typecasted based on her skin colour. Actor Ambika Mod says she is asked to audition for the stereotypical brown roles despite proving her acting prowess in a lead role with Netflix's acclaimed series 'One Day'. In an interview with The Times UK, the actor, who is of Indian descent, opened up about getting typecasted based on her skin colour. 'It's just the industry and the way that our society works. You either get asked to audition for brown roles, which are usually, the doctor, the dentist, the policewoman,' Mod shared, while alluding to her 'One Day' co-star Leo Woodall's success in finding lead roles across diverse genres. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Since 'One Day', Woodall has acted in 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy', and plays the lead in Apple TV series 'Prime Target'. 'Even in the past year and a half, I have been asked to audition for the rookie cop who investigates the story of the two interesting white leads,' she said. Mod said she is no stranger to such treatment. 'I've read the most unsavoury things about myself on the internet, but I think that's rooted in racism and misogyny.' The actor has often spoke about her experience in the industry. In an earlier interview with Deadline, she spoke about the pressure of representing the South Asian diaspora. 'When people talked about my white co-star's performance, they would often talk about his acting and the quality of his work, whereas with me — not all the time — it was about how amazing it was that I'm brown, and what a change-making casting choice it was. I would think, 'What about my performance and my work?'' the actor told Deadline earlier this year. 'One Day', based on the novel by David Nicholls, was a career-changing role for both Mod and Woodall. The Netflix series revolved around two university students who share a night together, but due to differing life goals, struggle to find a future. The show saw much acclaim, and was one of the most viewed Netflix series globally on the week of its release. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Mod has since appeared in Steven Soderbergh's 2025 spy thriller 'Black Bag' alongside Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett and Pierce Brosnan. She has also played journalist Selma Desai in the Disney distributed thriller 'The Stolen Girl'.
Hindustan Times
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ambika Mod says she gets rookie roles even after 'One Day' success
London, Actor Ambika Mod says she is asked to audition for the stereotypical brown roles despite proving her acting prowess in a lead role with Netflix's acclaimed series "One Day". Ambika Mod says she gets rookie roles even after 'One Day' success In an interview with The Times UK, the actor, who is of Indian descent, opened up about getting typecasted based on her skin colour. "It's just the industry and the way that our society works. You either get asked to audition for brown roles, which are usually, the doctor, the dentist, the policewoman,' Mod shared, while alluding to her 'One Day' co-star Leo Woodall's success in finding lead roles across diverse genres. Since 'One Day', Woodall has acted in 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy', and plays the lead in Apple TV series 'Prime Target'. 'Even in the past year and a half, I have been asked to audition for the rookie cop who investigates the story of the two interesting white leads,' she said. Mod said she is no stranger to such treatment. 'I've read the most unsavoury things about myself on the internet, but I think that's rooted in racism and misogyny.' The actor has often spoke about her experience in the industry. In an earlier interview with Deadline, she spoke about the pressure of representing the South Asian diaspora. 'When people talked about my white co-star's performance, they would often talk about his acting and the quality of his work, whereas with me — not all the time — it was about how amazing it was that I'm brown, and what a change-making casting choice it was. I would think, 'What about my performance and my work?'' the actor told Deadline earlier this year. 'One Day', based on the novel by David Nicholls, was a career-changing role for both Mod and Woodall. The Netflix series revolved around two university students who share a night together, but due to differing life goals, struggle to find a future. The show saw much acclaim, and was one of the most viewed Netflix series globally on the week of its release. Mod has since appeared in Steven Soderbergh's 2025 spy thriller 'Black Bag' alongside Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett and Pierce Brosnan. She has also played journalist Selma Desai in the Disney distributed thriller 'The Stolen Girl'. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ambika Mod says she gets rookie roles even after One Day success
Last Updated: London, Aug 12 (PTI) Actor Ambika Mod says she is asked to audition for the stereotypical brown roles despite proving her acting prowess in a lead role with Netflix's acclaimed series 'One Day". In an interview with The Times UK, the actor, who is of Indian descent, opened up about getting typecasted based on her skin colour. 'It's just the industry and the way that our society works. You either get asked to audition for brown roles, which are usually, the doctor, the dentist, the policewoman," Mod shared, while alluding to her 'One Day" co-star Leo Woodall's success in finding lead roles across diverse genres. Since 'One Day", Woodall has acted in 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy", and plays the lead in Apple TV+ series 'Prime Target". 'Even in the past year and a half, I have been asked to audition for the rookie cop who investigates the story of the two interesting white leads," she said. Mod said she is no stranger to such treatment. 'I've read the most unsavoury things about myself on the internet, but I think that's rooted in racism and misogyny." The actor has often spoke about her experience in the industry. In an earlier interview with Deadline, she spoke about the pressure of representing the South Asian diaspora. 'When people talked about my white co-star's performance, they would often talk about his acting and the quality of his work, whereas with me — not all the time — it was about how amazing it was that I'm brown, and what a change-making casting choice it was. I would think, 'What about my performance and my work?'" the actor told Deadline earlier this year. 'One Day", based on the novel by David Nicholls, was a career-changing role for both Mod and Woodall. The Netflix series revolved around two university students who share a night together, but due to differing life goals, struggle to find a future. The show saw much acclaim, and was one of the most viewed Netflix series globally on the week of its release. Mod has since appeared in Steven Soderbergh's 2025 spy thriller 'Black Bag" alongside Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett and Pierce Brosnan. She has also played journalist Selma Desai in the Disney+ distributed thriller 'The Stolen Girl". PTI COR BK BK view comments First Published: August 12, 2025, 18:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mirror
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Vikings star looks completely unrecognisable in upcoming BBC mystery crime series
A popular Vikings star is worlds away from the Middle Ages in this upcoming BBC crime drama Vikings: Valhalla star Leo Suter looks completely unrecognisable in his latest role after portraying Harald Sigurdsson in three seasons of the hit Netflix spin-off. A sequel series to the original Vikings on the History Channel and Prime Video, the epic historical drama concluded the tale of legendary explorer Leif Erikson (played by Sam Corlett) last year. Suter portrayed Harald, a young warrior who eventually becomes known as the King of Norway in the 11th Century while developing complex relationships with Leif and his sister Freydís Eiríksdóttir (Frida Gustavsson). Since finishing the series, Suter has bagged a leading role in a highly anticipated BBC crime drama based on bestselling novels by Elizabeth George. Launching later this year on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, the four-part drama follows upper-class detective Tommy Lynley (Suter), who's paired with streetwise Barbara Havers (Sofia Barclay) to solve crimes around the UK. A reimagining of the original hit series which aired between 2001-2008, Lynley has assembled a stellar supporting cast for its first season which also includes Daniel Mays, Niamh Walsh, Michael Workeye and Joshua Sher. A synopsis reads: 'Tommy Lynley is a brilliant police detective but an outsider in the force – simply by virtue of his aristocratic upbringing. 'He is paired with Barbara Havers, a sergeant with a maverick attitude and a working-class background. 'With seemingly nothing in common and against all odds, the mismatched duo of Lynley and Havers become a formidable team, bonded by their desire to see justice done. His brain and her spirit – his knowledge and her instincts. 'It is only through working side by side do they both find where they truly belong.' The first-look stills from the upcoming drama, which will consist of four 90-minute episodes, feature Suter looking far away from the rugged world of Vikings. Swapping his beard and armour for a clean-cut look, the rising star looks like a completely different person altogether in the recently released promo images. Meanwhile, Barclay, best known for roles in Ted Lasso and Prime Target, opts for a more casual look as Lynley's partner, Havers, who's not afraid to get her hands dirty. Steve Thompson of Sherlock fame is the creator, writer and executive producer, with directing duties filled by The Last Kingdom's Ed Bazalgette and All Creatures Great and Small's Stewart Svaasand. Author Elizabeth George is also on board as an executive producer, giving book fans confidence this new revamp will do her original novels justice. Lynley premieres this autumn on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Gulf Today
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Binge-worthy TV
The best thing to do in this summer heat is to get lost in a really good television show. This week we are taking a look at some of the most interesting shows that you can put on and binge-watch. 'Silo' is a science fiction dystopian drama show based on the novels of the same name by author Hugh Howey. The series is set in the future and stars Rebecca Ferguson as an engineer who, along with 10,000 other people, lives underground. Two seasons have been released already while the third and fourth have been confirmed. This show is perfect to start at the beginning of the weekend and watch non-stop. The show 'Prime Target' features 'The White Lotus' star Leo Woodall in the lead role. Already a hit after only one season, the series tells the tale of a mathematics genius who travels around the world conducting important, valuable research. Without spoiling too much of the plot, 'Prime Target' is definitely worthy of being binge-watched. In other news this week, turn to our Nutrition pages to read about the benefits of having chia seeds in your diet. These little seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and essential minerals. They can be ingested by adding them to water or juice or even sprinkled on top of yogurt.
