Aviva Mongillo Breaks Down Her Role as Dori in Netflix’s 'BET'
Pop Culture Unplugged w/ EliasMay 15, 202500:19:03

Aviva Mongillo Breaks Down Her Role as Dori in Netflix’s 'BET'

Aviva Mongillo joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to talk all things BET, the thrilling new live-action Netflix adaptation of the Japanese manga Kakegurui. In this in-depth interview, Aviva opens up about portraying the unpredictable Dori, how the role helped her discover her ADHD, and what it was like working under showrunner Simon Barry (Warrior Nun).

🎙️ Interview Highlights:

How Aviva prepared to play Dori and the secret audition process

Dori’s layered character: chaos, shame, power, and vulnerability

Behind-the-scenes struggles with wearing an eye patch during stunts

Why Dance Dance Revolution was harder than sword fighting

The impact of anime fandom and honoring the original manga

Her dream for a Season 2 and more scenes with co-stars Rami and Brian

The message of BET: being more than your circumstances

💥 BET premieres May 15 on Netflix. Don’t miss this raw, thoughtful, and funny chat with Aviva about embracing chaos, connection, and the power of playing a character who’s both feral and full of heart.

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