In its ongoing adaptation of Robert Jordan's 'The Wheel of Time', Prime Video's season 3 debut presents a significant reinterpretation of character relationships. In particular, Aviendha and Elayne, originally depicted in a more platonic light, are shown sharing a kiss in their first scene together, signaling a shift toward a more explicit romantic connection. Ayoola Smart, who portrays Aviendha, highlights the beauty and complexity of their relationship as outlined in the books, while also noting that interpretations can vary among viewers, emphasizing the show's bold creative licensing in storytelling.
Of course, many people read more into this closeness than just really good platonic friends. As Ayoola Smart, who plays Aviendha, told Polygon: "Their relationship has a very strong structure throughout the books, and is a very beautiful relationship. It's very much there on the page, and some people read into it and some people don't."
That's what makes episode 1 of season 3 so important. The pair - in their very first scene on screen together - share a drink and then kiss. The show seems to suggest it's the first time anything clearly romantic has happened.
We kind of agreed upon an initial immediate attraction and draw, and maybe this kind of playing coy almost, and waiting."
The show has been introducing characters early and planting a firm flag in readings of author Robert Jordan's book series.
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