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Linnea Berthelsen Returns as Kali in Stranger Things’ Final Season With a Reworked Performance

The Danish actor says she rebuilt the character for the final arc following a 2022 invitation from the Duffer Brothers.

Overview

  • Season 5 brings back Berthelsen as Kali Prasad (Eight), marking her first appearance since the character’s debut in Season 2.
  • In new interviews, she says she started “from scratch” to reflect the character’s evolution, describing a deliberate shift in tone and approach.
  • Entertainment profiles published today note that the Duffer Brothers reached out in 2022 to discuss her expanded role.
  • Coverage clarifies that Kali is depicted with Indian-origin cues in the series, while Berthelsen was born and raised in Denmark.
  • Background details highlighted include her move to London in 2014, training at East 15 Acting School, credits such as Devs, and an IMDb listing of 5 feet in height.