Varada Sethu Joins Fifteenth Doctor in New Season of Doctor Who

In a thrilling development for Doctor Who fans, Varada Sethu has been announced as the latest addition to the cast for the upcoming second season of the iconic series. The talented actress, known for her role in the Disney+ Star Wars series Andor, will be stepping into the TARDIS alongside Ncuti Gatwa as the enigmatic Fifteenth Doctor and Millie Gibson as the intrepid companion Ruby Sunday.

Sethu expressed her excitement, describing the opportunity to be part of the Whoniverse as an incredible honor. She shared her gratitude towards the Doctor Who family for their warm welcome and expressed her enthusiasm for the adventure ahead. Sethu praised her co-stars Gatwa and Gibson, highlighting the fun they are having together on set.

Renowned showrunner Russell T Davies, who spearheads the production, expressed his delight at working with Sethu once again. He praised her talents and revealed that the stakes are higher than ever in the upcoming season, hinting at the thrilling adventures that await fans.

Sethu’s impressive resume includes her standout role as Cinta Kaz in Andor, as well as appearances in other notable projects such as Jurassic World Dominion, Annika, and Strike Back. Her versatility and talent are sure to bring a fresh dynamic to the Doctor Who universe.

The second season of Doctor Who is currently in production and is scheduled to premiere in 2025 on BBC One, iPlayer in the UK, and Disney+ globally. The collaboration between Bad Wolf, BBC Studios, and Disney Branded Television promises to deliver more thrilling episodes that will captivate audiences around the world.