‘Rivals' stars Alex Hassell and Bella MacLean exclusively told Us Weekly about how Rupert and Taggie's romance will evolve in season 2
Alex Hassell and Bella MacLean's exceptional onscreen chemistry as Rupert and Taggie increased the interest in Rivals — but what comes next for their age gap romance now that the show has been renewed for season 2?
Hassell couldn't agree more, adding, 'It's really interesting that in some ways Rupert is extremely juvenile and in some ways Taggie is very, very wise and grown up. They both flip for each other in those roles. So it's not like there's this hierarchy or paternal thing.' Keep scrolling for Hassell and MacLean's answers to all those burning questions about their onscreen chemistry, Rupert and Taggie's potential journey in season 2 and details on other versions of that iconic kiss scene:While reflecting on Rivals' success on Hulu and Disney+, Hassell and MacLean recalled building an offscreen friendship before they were cast in their respective roles.
MacLean gushed over how Hassell makes her 'three times better at acting,' to which he replied, 'That's totally reciprocated. Working with people that you like working with, it makes everything so much easier and elevates everything.''Something about the age gap that is fascinating — because obviously it's in the book and it's a really important part of the story — is that it's a complex trope in TV shows and in films,' Hassell shared.
He continued: 'I'm sure that he'll be having to try and work out what to do there. I hope the road to true love is bumpy. I hope that Rupert isn't changed too quickly and too much. Part of the pleasure is what Rupert does and gets up to …what a mischief maker he is — on some level — and that he has these huge blind spots.''We didn't talk about filming the kiss too much.
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