Dune: Prophecy stars Josh Heuston and Sarah-Sofie Boussnina have revealed how the British royal family influenced their performances. The actors, who play Princess Ynez and Constantine Corrino, respectively, drew inspiration from Prince Harry and Prince William’s experiences as members of the royal family.
In an interview with Collider, Heuston explained that he looked to Prince Harry’s situation of not being in line to succeed the throne, which helped him understand what it means to be “in line” but then not be. Boussnina drew inspiration from Prince William and Prince Harry’s public appearances after dealing with significant personal loss, particularly the death of Princess Diana.
The actors discussed how their characters have to maintain a cultivated public image while struggling with personal desires. Ynez chooses to join the Sisterhood, which will likely change her relationship with Constantine as he navigates his own identity. As the series continues, Constantine’s carefree persona may be explored in more depth, while Ynez’s purpose becomes clearer.
The real-world politics of the British royal family have added authenticity to Dune: Prophecy’s fictional politics. The dynamic between Ynez and Constantine will evolve as Ynez joins the Sisterhood and forms a new identity that Constantine can never fully understand. This change will add another layer of intrigue to the series, making its portrayal of politics feel more relatable and engaging.
Source: https://screenrant.com/dune-prophecy-show-cast-british-royal-family-inspiration