Doctor Who stars Varada Sethu and Ncuti Gatwa recently shared insights about the intriguing link between the new companion, Belinda Chandra, and the Doctor’s past encounters. This upcoming season promises to delve into the life of Belinda, portrayed by Sethu, as the Doctor vows to guide her back to Earth. Furthermore, Doctor Who Season 15 will also feature Millie Gibson returning as Ruby Sunday, marking the first companion of the Fifteenth Doctor, as she navigates the complexities of life on Earth while threats loom and the Doctor is otherwise occupied.
During an engaging conversation with ScreenRant’s Liam Crowley, Sethu and Gatwa illuminated Belinda’s relationship with the Doctor’s history. Sethu revealed that Belinda is connected to Mundy Flynn, her character from Season 14’s “Boom,”which creates an intriguing narrative bridge. She and Gatwa hinted at a more significant reason behind the Doctor’s arrival in Belinda’s life, expressing excitement about Sethu’s new role as a character who embarks on journeys in the TARDIS.
ScreenRant: Varada, your character is Belinda Chandra, but you’re no stranger to the Doctor Who world. Your previous character was Mundy Flynn, and you teased that there might be a nod to the relation between the two.
Sethu: There’s a genetic connection that kind of spans thousands of years, and there’s a nod towards that. It’s like an added layer to the relationship between the Doctor and Belinda, and what makes it so special. He’s come looking for her.
Gatwa: Destiny’s a big theme this season, so it ties into that.
ScreenRant: What’s it like to step back into this world, but in completely new shoes?
Sethu: It’s amazing. It’s been amazing to know I get to stay this time, and I don’t have to be left behind. I get to just come with you.
Gatwa: No, you’re coming with me.
The Significance of Belinda & Mundy’s Connection in Doctor Who Season 15
Return of Notable Guest Stars
Throughout the history of Doctor Who, numerous actors have made repeat appearances in different roles, a trend that dates back as far as William Hartnell’s era in the 1960s. The modern revival has seen familiar faces, like Karen Gillan and Peter Capaldi, take on multiple characters, with nuanced narration that adds dimensions to their roles. For instance, when Peter Capaldi returned as the Twelfth Doctor, his previous character provided a rich context to explore the Doctor’s evolving journey.
Analyzing Belinda’s Connection to Doctor Who Season 14
Could Belinda’s Challenges Alter the Doctor’s History?
With Varada Sethu debuting as Doctor Who Season 15’s new companion ahead of her portrayal of Mundy Flynn in Season 14’s “Boom,”audiences were left with exciting theories as her storyline unfolds. Previous encounters have led viewers to speculate whether Belinda’s journey might follow a similar pattern. Given the revelations from Sethu and Gatwa, the narrative’s emphasis on bloodlines suggests that any misstep could jeopardize not only Belinda but also endanger the Doctor’s timeline with Mundy.