The One Piece live-action has been an instant success as it retells the tale of Eiichiro Oda’s magnum opus. Much like the manga and anime, the TV series became an instant hit among the fans of the title as it resonated with the same essence of the source material. Hence, the show stood out in the adaptation scene; it announced the second of the show as well.
With numerous names deciding to be featured in the upcoming season, Lera Abova is also going to add her name to the list as she portrays the role of Nico Robin, the seventh member of the Straw Hat Pirates. The show is going all out and adding Abova to the cast, showcasing how vehemently they are dedicated to making their casting perfect.
With a striking resemblance to the Devil’s Child, the actress has no choice but to give her 200% in the show, as she has set high expectations from everyone. After all, she has worked with Oscar winner Cillian Murphy, that too on her debut.
Lera Abova Sets The Bar High With Her Extraordinary Debut in Anna
Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece has become a cultural phenomenon after the live adaptation show became a massive hit; it knows how to deliver new and exhilarating content. Now that the Netflix adaptation has gone all out on expanding the universe, fans are eager to watch what the show has to offer them in season 2.
Hence, the speculation for the potential castings for future characters became a topic of conversation among the fans. Enter Lera Abova, the Russian model, who has gained massive attention from fans for her striking resemblance with Nico Robin and how she worked with Cillian Murphy, that too on her debut film.
Making her cinematic debut in the 2019 film Anna, her performance in the flick was nothing short of extraordinary, as she hooked the audience with her performance in the film, making them sit at the edge of their seats. Though the film had an underwhelming record at the worldwide box office with $32.8 million via The Numbers, it featured a mesmerizing performance by the young actress.
The Good Side of a Bad Man actress majorly contributed to the project, especially with the emotional intensity and the authenticity that made the film so much more gripping. The ability and discernment to bring out the intimidating and when to make herself look vulnerable added another layer of energy to the movie.
Additionally, it was her beauty that left a lasting impression in the minds of the viewers, that became the perfect recipe for a memorable debut. Moreover, working with Cillian Murphy, the actor who is popular for his work in Peaky Blinders and Oppenheimer, added to it.
His chemistry with the actress helped her to have the limelight for herself, which added layers of entertainment to the film’s narrative. Hence, many people believe that she is one of the finest actresses who set the bar a little too high for other actresses, who will push themselves to meet the new standards set by Abova.
Lera Abova Will Make The Perfect Nico Robin in One Piece Season 2
As ardent fans of the show would know, Eiichiro Oda had previously told how The Seventh Member of the Straw Hat Pirates were of Russian origin, and Lera Abova would make the perfect fit for the character. Robin is one of the most complex characters in the entire One Piece verse.
She has been constantly running away from the World Government since the young age of 8, and called the Devil Child. In association with escaping the horrific incident that happened in Ohara, her life is full of traumatizing experiences.
Abova’s acting range would play a major role in showcasing all the complex emotions as well as the emotional turmoil following the character. Moreover, not just her acting range and bringing her A game to the set of the show, but how her debut left a lasting impression on the viewers’ minds. As a result, fans will never accept a subpar performance, especially after knowing what she is capable of.
One Piece live-action Season 2 does not have a release date as of now. Meanwhile, fans can stream Season 1 of the show on Netflix.
