Overview
- In new interviews, Leung explains she would not want to return to her teenage years on the films because she did not yet know herself and was easily swayed by others' views.
- She tells Entertainment Tonight she now approaches work with a healthier focus and feels grounded on Bridgerton after earlier uncertainty during Potter.
- Leung recounts finding racist commentary online after her debut, telling The Guardian the hostility lingered and influenced her behavior and choices.
- Asked about HBO's forthcoming Harry Potter adaptation, she advises the next Cho Chang to be themselves and to tune out outside noise.
- Leung, who portrayed Cho across five films from 2005 to 2011, has previously reflected on youthful regrets and now says she feels she deserves roles like Arcane and Bridgerton.