Latest news with #Bridgerton-inspired
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I turned my garden into a Bridgerton paradise using some plastic and an item you can find in a charity shop
WHO says you need a manor house to feel like you're in a Regency romance? A woman shared how she created a Bridgerton-inspired outdoor space in her garden using a little creativity. 3 Michaela shared how she transformed her garden into a Bridgerton paradise Credit: TikTok / @mishkashoe 3 She added a chandelier under her pergola Credit: TikTok / @mishkashoe 3 People praised her Bridgerton-inspired outdoor space Credit: LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX Michaela, who posts under She shared: "Rainproofing our pergola... and going full BRIDGERTON with a vintage candelabra chandelier." The first thing she did was all some plastic sheeting over the top, so the area could be enjoyed in all weather conditions. After putting a dining set underneath, she added an elegant finishing touch which looked like it could be straight from the ton. More on transformations Michaela shared: 'To top it all off, we added a vintage candelabra chandelier and wrapped the whole pergola in fairy lights.' She added some fake candles and some faux ivy to the chandelier, and it was ready for hosting her own fancy soiree. Many people were hugely impressed with her simple, yet effective DIY. Her video has racked up over 8,000 likes, and people were quick to comment on the clip. Most read in Fabulous One person wrote: 'This is what I want to do to mine.' Another added: 'Walking to my husband so i can show him this…' Tradesmen quoted me £2.5K to wrap my kitchen cupboards so I did it myself for £62 instead and it looks so good And a third commented: 'That's a great job, looks fabulous.' It's not the first time a homeowner has tried to recreate the Bridgerton look in their garden on a budget. CURTAIN LOOK One woman shared how she picked up She says: 'I turned an ugly wooden fence into a spectacular Bridgerton-style paradise using two plastic curtains and a staple gun. "It transformed my garden. People even think the arches and fake gates are real. 'I got the idea when my next-door neighbour did it. Theirs has pink flowers cascading over a faux wall scene. "When I saw it, I was amazed and because I rent my house, I can take it with me if I leave because it folds up. 'I am a fan of Bridgerton. The scene reminded me of the gardens in the show.' Why is Bridgerton still so popular? By deputy TV editor, Felicity Cross WHEN Bridgerton landed during lockdown, it swept us all into a world of bejewelled gowns, lavish balls and endless bonking - and the world went mad for it. Even the sexless second series didn't damp down TV viewers' lust for the Regency romp and fans have eagerly anticipated the arrival of the third series. And they won't be disappointed. The opener finally gives us some action from gorgeous series two newlyweds Anthony and Kate in scenes that would make your granny blush. There's drama and intrigue as the hunt for Lady Whistledown hots us, and laugh out loud comedy from the chaotic Featherington family. But ultimately the season belongs to new romantic leads Colin and Penelope, whose will-they-won't-they love story is fun, flirty and utterly believable and its, ahem, climax at the end of episode four will take your breath away. Is Bridgerton still must-watch telly? Corset is.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I turned my garden into a Bridgerton paradise using some plastic and an item you can find in a charity shop
We also shared how a woman created a Bridgerton scene with a shower curtain TALK OF THE TON I turned my garden into a Bridgerton paradise using some plastic and an item you can find in a charity shop Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WHO says you need a manor house to feel like you're in a Regency romance? A woman shared how she created a Bridgerton-inspired outdoor space in her garden using a little creativity. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Michaela shared how she transformed her garden into a Bridgerton paradise Credit: TikTok / @mishkashoe 3 She added a chandelier under her pergola Credit: TikTok / @mishkashoe 3 People praised her Bridgerton-inspired outdoor space Credit: LIAM DANIEL/NETFLIX Michaela, who posts under @mishkashoe, shared how she turned an old pergola into a dining space fit for the likes of the Duke and the Bridgerton family. She shared: "Rainproofing our pergola... and going full BRIDGERTON with a vintage candelabra chandelier." The first thing she did was all some plastic sheeting over the top, so the area could be enjoyed in all weather conditions. After putting a dining set underneath, she added an elegant finishing touch which looked like it could be straight from the ton. Michaela shared: 'To top it all off, we added a vintage candelabra chandelier and wrapped the whole pergola in fairy lights.' She added some fake candles and some faux ivy to the chandelier, and it was ready for hosting her own fancy soiree. Many people were hugely impressed with her simple, yet effective DIY. Her video has racked up over 8,000 likes, and people were quick to comment on the clip. One person wrote: 'This is what I want to do to mine.' Another added: 'Walking to my husband so i can show him this…' Tradesmen quoted me £2.5K to wrap my kitchen cupboards so I did it myself for £62 instead and it looks so good And a third commented: 'That's a great job, looks fabulous.' It's not the first time a homeowner has tried to recreate the Bridgerton look in their garden on a budget. CURTAIN LOOK One woman shared how she picked up two £10 shower curtains which she bought from Temu to give the illusion of an idyllic woodland glade. She says: 'I turned an ugly wooden fence into a spectacular Bridgerton-style paradise using two plastic curtains and a staple gun. "It transformed my garden. People even think the arches and fake gates are real. 'I got the idea when my next-door neighbour did it. Theirs has pink flowers cascading over a faux wall scene. "When I saw it, I was amazed and because I rent my house, I can take it with me if I leave because it folds up. 'I am a fan of Bridgerton. The scene reminded me of the gardens in the show.'
Express Tribune
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
'Bridgerton' star Charithra Chandran steals the spotlight from Andrew Garfield at Wimbeldon
Charithra Chandran became the unexpected centre of attention at Wimbledon 2025 after cameras caught her seated just behind Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro during the Sonay Kartal vs Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova match on Sunday. While much of the media focused on Garfield's courtside presence, it was the Bridgerton star's elegant look that captivated viewers and went viral across TikTok and Instagram. Chandran, attending as a Ralph Lauren ambassador, wore a crisp white shirt paired with a green cashmere sweater, luxe lambskin shorts, and white bellies. She completed the look with a signature Bridgerton-inspired hairstyle that drew admiration online. As her images started to circulate widely, internet users couldn't help but wonder who she is. Born in Scotland to Indian Tamil parents, she studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Oxford before joining the National Youth Theatre. Known primarily for playing Edwina Sharma in Bridgerton Season 2, Chandran has also been a part of Alex Rider, Star Wars: Visions, and Dune: Prophecy. Her upcoming film Christmas Karma, a Bollywood-style reimagining of A Christmas Carol, features an ensemble cast including Eva Longoria and Billy Porter. Addressing her newfound Wimbledon fame, Chandran humorously stated on TikTok that going viral was "not on my 2025 bingo card.'
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Who is Charithra Chandran, Wimbledon's new IT girl? From Oxford grad to Bridgerton breakout, here's everything to know
Charithra Chandran may have been spotted behind Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro's viral PDA at Centre Court during Sunday's controversial Wimbledon match between Sonay Kartal and Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, but it's her own Bridgerton-inspired hairstyle that has fans asking who she is! Dressed in Wimbledon whites with a modern prep twist: white button-down, racing green cashmere sweater, luxe lambskin shorts and pristine Nappa pumps — the British-Indian actor gave fans a peek into her look on TikTok with the caption, 'Edwina inspired hair for Wimbledon today with Ralph Lauren.' Charithra Chandran Ralph Lauren assembled its own celebrity squad on Day 7 at Wimbledon. A regular on best-dressed lists, Chandran is most popularly known for her role as the poised, young Edwina Sharma in Bridgerton S2 alongside Simone Ashley, who played her older sister Kathani. The 28-year-old actor attended the tournament as a Ralph Lauren ambassador, seated next to Julia Manstead, Poppy Delevingne, and behind Hollywood actors Monica Barbaro and Andrew Garfield. Her elevated but playful look, coupled with an elegant nod to her Bridgerton character, only solidified what fans have been saying for a while — Chandran might just be 2025's Instagram IT girl. Julia Manstead, Charithra Chandran, and Poppy Delevingne enjoying the match. From Oxford to Netflix: Who is Charithra Chandran? Chandran is the only child of two doctors from Tamil Nadu, India, raised between bustling hospitals and strict boarding schools. Sent to prep school at six due to her parents' demanding medical careers, Chandran's upbringing in Oxford was filled with extracurriculars — she played county-level hockey and netball, performed in school plays, and grew up fluent in both English and Tamil. 'Since I was born, I've always been a performer, whether it's little dances, singalongs, plays, and they loved it. So I'm like: what did you guys expect?' she told the BBC, reflecting on her journey into acting, a path her parents were initially wary of. Despite being a natural performer, Chandran also proved herself in academia. She attended a high-achieving private girls' school before going on to earn a first-class degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) from Oxford. Though she was slated to join an international consultancy firm after graduating, something didn't sit right. 'I had this niggling feeling,' she said. 'I became introspective about what I wanted to achieve and what I would regret. I was like, 'I have to give acting a go.'' The pandemic sealed the deal. Watching her parents report to hospitals daily during the health crisis, Chandran began emailing agents — strategically timed for Monday mornings at 9:05 AM. Her persistence paid off. Within two months, she landed a role in Amazon's Alex Rider. Before filming even wrapped, she was cast as Edwina Sharma in Bridgerton Season 2, where she played the younger Sharma sister navigating love and family in the competitive court of 19th-century British high society. What's next? After Bridgerton S2, Chandran continued to build a diverse portfolio. She voiced a character in Star Wars: Visions on Disney+ and recently starred in Dune: Prophecy on HBO Max. But she isn't stopping there. Her upcoming project, Christmas Karma, is a Bollywood-inspired musical reimagining of A Christmas Carol (2009). Slated for release this holiday season, the film boasts a starry ensemble including Eva Longoria, Billy Porter, Hugh Bonneville, and Boy George. So while the world may see Chandran's rise as a whirlwind success — going from her first acting job in 2020 to global recognition — she's the first to disagree. 'I don't think that at all. I think the complete opposite,' she says, reminding us that behind every breakout star are years of quiet persistence and self-doubt.
Hindustan Times
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bite into the plot: How movies are stirring up the menus
Once confined to screens, cinematic storytelling has now spilled over into our plates and glasses. Across India and beyond, restaurants and cafés are embracing the trend of OTT-inspired dining — crafting immersive menus that blur the lines between food and film. Whether it's a glitter-dusted mocktail echoing Disney's Encanto (2021 )or a tasting menu that channels the spirit of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011), this isn't just about themed meals — it's about eating emotions, tasting plotlines and sipping cinematic nostalgia. The phenomenon gained traction earlier this year when Netflix launched Netflix Bites at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas (USA). On the menu? Squid Game-style snacks and Bridgerton-inspired brunches. It wasn't long before restaurants around the world followed suit. Viewers didn't just want to binge-watch anymore but also binge-eat their favourite shows. As Josh Simon, Vice President of Consumer Products at Netflix, puts it: 'Fans don't just want merch anymore. They want experiences.' This genre of dining goes beyond clever names. A dish isn't just tasty — it's dramatic, poetic, even bittersweet. Menus read like screenplays; a salad might serve as the emotional reset of Act Two. The goal? To evoke the narrative through taste. At EnCanto, a Gurugram café named after the 2021 Disney film, food becomes pure sensory magic. 'OTT shows are no longer something we just binge,' says director Tusheeta Khanna, adding, 'They're part of our emotional vocabulary.' Their star drink, the Casita Cooler — a shimmering mocktail of coconut water, pineapple, and passionfruit — is designed to feel like stepping inside the film's enchanted house of the same name. In Bengaluru, ParTTwo channels the essence of Endless Summer (1966), a surf documentary that celebrates eternal sunshine and travel. Chef Karan Upmanyu crafts dishes like the Wai-Wai Salad, a grown-up spin on the beloved Nepali snack. With cold shrimp, pomelo, crispy noodles, and cabbage, it captures both nostalgia and freshness. 'Summer is about joy, boldness, and friendships,' he says. 'That's what we've tried to plate.' Seasonal ingredients like mango and pumpkin get unexpected, playful treatments — culinary nods to carefree memories and sun-drenched wanderlust. Taking the idea even further, Sunset Cinema Club and The Piano Man group in Delhi teamed up to create a night where films and food come together in a full-blown sensory celebration. Arjun Sagar Gupta from The Piano Man says, 'This initiative lets us take storytelling to a new level with curated menus and drinks.' Their first pick, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, feels just right. With its vibrant Spanish setting and emotionally charged travel narrative, the film offered plenty to work with. Chef Manoj designed a Spanish-inspired tasting menu with cocktails named after the film's characters to match its mood and key scenes. 'All the dishes are linked to specific moments in the film,' explains Sahil. 'The menu features churros con patatas, bruschettas, hearty stews, and tapas-style bites, along with table snacks like truffle popcorn. Each one is designed to echo a scene or emotion from Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.' At Taste Cinemas — with locations across India — the cinematic dining experience is literal. Their recent Twilight-inspired event featured a nine-course menu, from blood-red shots to edible baseballs, recreating the film's love story bite by bite.
