Doctor Who Season 2 Premieres with Fresh Companion and New Creative Direction

The debut episode introduces Varada Sethu as Belinda Chandra, a reluctant companion, while showrunner Russell T Davies shifts focus to original threats and storytelling.

The season premiere, 'The Robot Revolution,' introduces Belinda Chandra, a nurse who is abducted by robots believing her to be their queen due to a star named after her years ago.
Belinda, played by Varada Sethu, challenges traditional companion dynamics by resisting adventures and pushing back against the Doctor, creating a fresh tension and dynamic.
Showrunner Russell T Davies moves away from classic villains like the Daleks and Cybermen, focusing instead on new threats and innovative narratives with subtle nods to the show's history.
Ncuti Gatwa continues to impress as the 15th Doctor, with critics praising his energetic yet emotionally layered performance alongside Sethu's grounded portrayal.
Concerns linger about the show's future, as Disney+ has yet to confirm renewal of its distribution deal, despite the series performing well among key demographics.