Katie Leung: From Hogwarts to Bridgerton's Lady Araminta

Katie Leung, widely recognized for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter film franchise, is making a notable impact on the Netflix series Bridgerton. She stars as Lady Araminta Gun in the fourth season of the alternative history romance, portraying a complex aristocrat.

Leung's character, Lady Araminta, has been compared to the wicked stepmother in the Cinderella fairytale due to her efforts to marry off her daughters. However, Leung emphasizes that the character's actions stem from love and protection within a society where marriage is paramount.

Speaking to Harper's Bazaar, Leung revealed a personal connection to Lady Araminta's reserved demeanor. She noted that her character's poised exterior hides a constantly working mind, a reflection of Leung's own past struggles with expressing herself.

Despite her enjoyment of the romantic drama, Leung is also drawn to more grounded roles. She is slated to begin filming a Channel 4 series called 'Careless,' which delves into the foster care system, demonstrating her broad acting interests.

Leung, who grew up in Motherwell without formal acting training, was cast in the Harry Potter series at 16. Her role as Harry Potter's first love in 'The Goblet of Fire' significantly shaped her public image, and she continued to appear in subsequent films.