Luke Newton, the charming actor who plays Colin Bridgerton in Netflix's hit period drama, "Bridgerton," is about to embark on a whole new chapter – both on and off-screen.

After two seasons of simmering attraction, Colin and Penelope Featherington's (aka Lady Whistledown herself!) romance is finally heating up. But with those steamy scenes comes a wave of new attention and a whole lot of pressure.

"Bridgerton" Season 3: The "Polin" Love Story Takes Center Stage

The "Bridgerton" fandom is on the edge of their seats, waiting to see how Colin and Penelope's long-awaited romance unfolds. And while the wait for the second half of season 3 has been excruciating, Newton is confident it's worth it.

"It means viewers can digest the show a bit better," Newton explained, acknowledging the buzz around the highly anticipated carriage scene. "Moments like that have really resonated – I don't know if that would be the case if it had all come out at once.

He's clearly aware of the impact their story has had, and with good reason. "Polin" has become a fan favorite, and the anticipation for their love story is palpable.

From On-Screen Romance to Real-Life Friendship: Newton and Coughlan's Chemistry

But behind those sizzling scenes lies a real-life friendship that's just as warm and captivating. Newton and his co-star, Nicola Coughlan, are the epitome of supportive friends, cheering each other on both on and off-screen.

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