Thalia Tran joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss her breakout role as Mai in Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2.
In this in-depth conversation, Thalia shares what it was like stepping into one of the franchise's most iconic characters, how Mai evolves throughout Season 2, and why exploring the world beyond the Fire Nation changes everything for her character.
She also opens up about working alongside Team Azula, building chemistry with her castmates, the demanding stunt and combat training, bringing Mai's signature weapons to life, and the incredible fan response to Netflix's live-action adaptation.
Whether you're a longtime Avatar fan or just discovering the series, this interview offers an exclusive look behind the scenes of one of Netflix's biggest fantasy shows.
In this episode:
- Thalia Tran's journey to becoming Mai
- Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 behind the scenes
- Team Azula's chemistry and relationships
- Mai's emotional journey and character growth
- Stunt training, combat sports, and fight choreography
- Favorite moments from filming Season 2
- What's next for Thalia Tran
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