Bridgerton Season 2 introduced Kate Sharma and Edwina Sharma, portrayed by Simone Ashley and Charithra Chandran, marking the show’s most prominent South Asian representation
The Sharma sisters are depicted as being of Indian origin, with their backstory rooted in Bombay (now Mumbai), subtly weaving Indian heritage into Regency-era England
Kate is written as strong, independent, and protective—traits that echo the archetype of a responsible elder sibling often seen in Indian family dynamics
Edwina’s portrayal as the season’s “diamond” aligns with traditional expectations of grace, obedience, and matrimonial desirability, resonating with cultural ideas of marriageability
Costume designer Sophie Canale infused Indian aesthetics into the Sharma sisters’ wardrobes through jewel tones, embroidery-inspired textures, and regal silhouettes
Kate’s costumes feature structured silhouettes, high-necklines, and bold colours like deep purples and teals, symbolising authority, restraint, and inner strength
Edwina’s outfits lean towards pastels, florals, and lighter fabrics, visually reinforcing her innocence, romanticism, and traditional femininity
The sisters’ jewellery—especially Kate’s—includes pieces inspired by Indian heirloom styles, such as chokers, gemstones, and ornate hair accessories
Kate’s sleek buns and structured hairstyles subtly reference Indian updos, while Edwina’s softer curls reflect her gentler persona
Season 2 was widely praised for normalising Indian representation in a global mainstream series without exoticising it, making the Sharmas central to the narrative rather than cultural tokens
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.jpg "Bridgerton Season 2 introduced Kate Sharma and Edwina Sharma, portrayed by Simone Ashley and Charithra Chandran, marking the show’s most prominent South Asian representation")
.jpg "The Sharma sisters are depicted as being of Indian origin, with their backstory rooted in Bombay (now Mumbai), subtly weaving Indian heritage into Regency-era England")
.jpg "Kate is written as strong, independent, and protective—traits that echo the archetype of a responsible elder sibling often seen in Indian family dynamics")
.jpg "Edwina’s portrayal as the season’s “diamond” aligns with traditional expectations of grace, obedience, and matrimonial desirability, resonating with cultural ideas of marriageability")
.jpg "Costume designer Sophie Canale infused Indian aesthetics into the Sharma sisters’ wardrobes through jewel tones, embroidery-inspired textures, and regal silhouettes")
.jpg "Kate’s costumes feature structured silhouettes, high-necklines, and bold colours like deep purples and teals, symbolising authority, restraint, and inner strength")
.jpg "Edwina’s outfits lean towards pastels, florals, and lighter fabrics, visually reinforcing her innocence, romanticism, and traditional femininity")
.jpg "The sisters’ jewellery—especially Kate’s—includes pieces inspired by Indian heirloom styles, such as chokers, gemstones, and ornate hair accessories")
.jpg "Kate’s sleek buns and structured hairstyles subtly reference Indian updos, while Edwina’s softer curls reflect her gentler persona")
.jpg "Season 2 was widely praised for normalising Indian representation in a global mainstream series without exoticising it, making the Sharmas central to the narrative rather than cultural tokens")