'The Lord of Rings: Rings of Power Season 2': This actor will not return. Know the reason and other details

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Rings of Power Season 2' is coming but there is news that may disappoint some fans. According to ‘The Hollywood Reporter’, Nazanin Boniadi will not be returning in Season 2. The actor who played the role of Bronwyn was a pivotal combatant when the Orcs led a deadly assault on the village of Tirharad, trying to protect many of the villagers. Season 1 saw Bronwyn fiercely defending her son. Her son is Theo, a character played by Tyroe Muhafidin. Season 1 also saw her fledging romance with Elf Defender Arondir, a character played by Ismael Cruz Cordova.

Reason for not returning

The actress announced in 2022 that she would be taking a break from her acting career due to the ongoing unrest in her country of origin which is Iran. She was deeply concerned about the status of women in her country and had wanted some time to contemplate further action. She has not fully retired from acting and has only taken a break. She is set to appear in the graphic adaption of the book ‘A Mosquito in the Ear’. This indicates that she will not be returning in ‘The Lord of Rings: Rings of Power Season 2’.

Who else is not returning?

While the news that Nazanin Boniadi will not be returning has been reported and is well-known, it is also known that another character will not be returning. This character is heavily tied to Bronwyn’s character in Season 1 of ‘The Lord of Rings: Rings of Power Season 2’. This is one of the major antagonists from Season 1. The cult leader Adar was responsible for some of the most significant developments in Season 1 such as the creation of Mordor and his alleged betrayal against Sauron, a character played by Charlie Vickers.