The popular Netflix show Mismatched is back with its season two with double the drama and some solid twists and turns. The show starring an impressive ensemble cast brings on-screen some interesting love angles. Mismatched Season 2 not only highlights the Dimple-Rishi (Prajakta Koli and Rohit Saraf) love stance but also the havoc that is created in the relationship status of all their friends including Dimple's best friend, Namrata.
Devyani Shorey, who plays the role of Namrata in Mismatched, has an interesting character plot this season as she owns her identity and battles with her representation of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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Who Is Devyani Shorey?
Devyani Shorey is back on board with Mismatched Season 2 as Namrata after her story in season 1 was left on a crucial cliffhanger moment. Shorey plays the role of Namrata Bidasaria, who is Rishi Singh Shekhawat's (Rohit Saraf) best friend. She is queer and her secret, only known to Rishi, becomes a talking point towards the end of season 1 after Dimple Ahuja (Prajakta Koli) passes on her secret to her roommate and Namrata's love interest Celina Matthews (Muskkaan Jaferi). Season 2 picks up right from the last bit of season 1, and while Rohit Saraf and Prajakta Koli are the main leads of the show, the story this time explores all roles extensively, especially the nuances of Namrata's character.
Shorey has been garnering positive attention for her storyline this season as her character addresses the challenges that the queer community faces. Fans across social media have been following Shorey's work in Mismatched, and a lot of them identify with her character, queer or not. Many social media users had been vouching for her perfect pairing in the show, wishing for her to find a same-sex love interest. With the actor having had a successful run with Mismatched, it will be intriguing to watch more of her work across OTT.
Devyani Shorey started her OTT career with Mismatched in 2020. Having appeared in several television commercials, Shorey always had an inkling towards acting. Shorey is a piano prodigy and has been skilled at the instrument since childhood. She occasionally shares her interest in piano through her social media.