Doctor Who Season 2 Introduces New Companion Belinda Chandra

The new season of Doctor Who, featuring Ncuti Gatwa as The Doctor, premieres on Disney+ with a fresh dynamic as his new companion, Belinda Chandra, played by Varada Sethu, is an ER nurse who is reluctant to travel through time and space. This season, the relationship between The Doctor and Belinda is characterized by her desire to return home rather than embrace the adventure typically associated with being a companion. The episode 'The Robot Revolution' introduces Belinda, who gets kidnapped by robots that mistakenly believe she is their queen, prompting The Doctor to rescue her. Showrunner Russell T. Davies confirmed that while Belinda shares a surname with a character from a previous series, there is no familial connection. Overall, the season aims to appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers, with Gatwa expressing greater comfort in his role this season. Critics note that while the writing may tread familiar ground, it provides a lively introduction to the characters and storyline.