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.

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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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