Isabela Merced teases Dina in The Last of Us season 2: “She’s a light in Ellie’s life”

Isabela Merced teases Dina in The Last of Us season 2: "She’s a light in Ellie’s life"

As a huge fan of “The Last of Us,” I was absolutely blown away by the success and impact of the HBO adaptation last year. The series masterfully balanced the epic scope and brutal realities of a post-apocalyptic world with genuine heart and the beautiful bond between survivors Joel and Ellie.


Last year, I was utterly captivated when HBO brought the critically acclaimed video game “The Last of Us” to life on television. The grandeur and merciless violence of this post-apocalyptic world left me breathless. Yet, amidst the chaos, there existed a powerful connection between two survivors – Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey). Their bond was an unexpected beacon of hope and humanity in this harsh new reality.

Moving forward to the next season, we can expect a more expansive narrative. The upcoming installment will delve into the happenings of Naughty Dog’s follow-up title, “The Last of Us: Part II.” This second game boasts a wider scope than its predecessor. It introduces numerous new characters and explores a larger world, taking the storyline to unprecedented heights.

In the upcoming storyline of The Last of Us, a new figure named Dina, portrayed by Isabela Merced, emerges. Dina is a resilient inhabitant of Jackson who forms a deep bond with Ellie, both as a friend and romantic interest. As Merced shared with Total Film, “Dina serves as a beacon of hope for Ellie in her existence.” Moreover, she added, “It seems that’s the common feeling since, in the game itself, Dina is one of the few who experiences a relatively positive outcome amidst all the despair and loss.”

Isabela Merced teases Dina in The Last of Us season 2: "She’s a light in Ellie’s life"

Merced feels deeply connected to Dina’s kind-hearted disposition, making their pairing ideal for the production. As she put it, “There’s nothing I enjoy more than being a source of comfort and joy for those around me. I also have a knack for making people laugh and helping them gain clarity about themselves.” Merced added, “Dina and I share many similarities – we both have playful personalities and I believe we would face a hypothetical apocalypse in a similarly lighthearted manner if the situation ever arose.”

Merced commended the show’s creative team for their impressive ability to delve deep into characters’ complexities. Notable minds behind this achievement are Neil Druckmann, creator of video games, and Emmy Award-winning writer Craig Mazin. “Craig [Mazin] and his writing team, along with Neil [Druckmann], excel at crafting multifaceted and troubled characters,” she expressed. “Their unique blend of character studies and entertainment is both captivating and insightful.”

As a dedicated fan of post-apocalyptic storytelling and HBO’s exceptional production quality, I eagerly anticipate the release of The Last of Us season 2. Having binge-watched the gripping first season on Max, I can hardly wait to see where the narrative goes next. Yet, despite my excitement, I understand that an exact premiere date for season 2 has not been confirmed as of now. My patience is tested, but given the caliber of storytelling and world-building in The Last of Us, I’m confident that it will be worth the wait.

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2024-07-17 18:41

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