Hold onto your bonnets, “Bridgerton” fans, because Luke Newton, aka the charming Colin Bridgerton, just revealed juicy details about Season 3's most anticipated romance! In a candid interview, Luke dished on everything from his hilarious on-set prank war with Nicola Coughlan (Penelope Featherington) to the surprising comfort of filming intimate scenes with a close friend.
One thing's for sure: Luke Newton wasn't about to let Colin Bridgerton's glow-up happen solely on-screen. After reading Benedict's now-iconic line in the script – "Under what foreign sun did you apparently get so sturdy?" – Luke knew it was time to hit the gym.
“I saw that line and thought, 'Okay, Luke, you better get to work!'" he confessed with a laugh.
While he admits to initially dreading those grueling workouts, Luke now embraces the benefits, even playfully comparing his physique to his Marvel superhero interviewer’s.
But it wasn't just about physical transformation. Colin's journey from a boyishly charming gentleman to a smoldering romantic lead required a shift in mindset. And nobody, it seems, found the humor in this transformation more than Nicola Coughlan.
During the interview, Luke revealed a hilarious behind-the-scenes prank war with his co-star and real-life bestie, Nicola. The grand scheme involved a little-known secret from Luke’s past: a stint in a boy band during his early twenties, complete with cringe-worthy photoshoots and a song aptly titled "Cougartown.
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“I thought I’d buried that part of my life,” Luke said, shaking his head with a smile. “But Nicola, bless her heart, dug it up.”
Imagine this: a grand ball scene, everyone in elegant Regency attire, Luke strolling through the crowd, feeling confident and oh-so-Colin, when suddenly…BAM! The speakers erupt with the unmistakable sounds of “Cougartown.”
“I could hear the music in my earpiece,” Luke recalled, his face turning red with laughter.
“It was supposed to be this beautiful, romantic scene, and all I could think was, 'Oh no, this is bad…this is really bad!'"
Nicola, you mischievous mastermind! This prank, a year in the making, showcases the playful camaraderie and trust shared between these two actors.
Pranks aside, Luke also got real about filming those much-anticipated intimate scenes with Nicola.
While some might find it awkward to shed their inhibitions with a friend, Luke shared a different perspective.
“It actually felt very natural and comfortable with Nicola,” he explained. “We’re so close, and we were in it together, supporting each other.”
This trust and mutual respect, he believes, translated beautifully on-screen, adding an extra layer of authenticity to Penelope and Colin’s slow-burn romance.
With the season now streaming on Netflix, fans are in for a real treat. Luke hinted at a rollercoaster of emotions, with Colin and Penelope's relationship taking center stage. And while he remains tight-lipped about specific plot points (those NDAs are no joke!), his excitement is palpable.
So, there you have it – friendship, pranks, steamy romance, and a healthy dose of laughter. Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan are giving us all the feels, both on and off-screen, proving that sometimes, real life can be just as captivating as a period drama.
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