Adarsh Gourav Returns as Slightly
Bollywood actor Adarsh Gourav is all set to step back into the world of Noah Hawley’s Alien: Earth for its second season. The actor confirmed that filming will kick off in June 2026, and he’ll be jetting off to an international location in the first week of the month. Gourav will reprise his role as Slightly, a character he first brought to life in Season 1 of the sci-fi series.
Talking about the return, he said, “Coming back for Season 2 of Alien: Earth feels incredibly special. Slightly is a character who has stayed with me long after filming ended because of how emotionally complex and unpredictable he is. Getting the opportunity to explore him further in a world created by Noah Hawley and Ridley Scott is both exciting and deeply fulfilling as an actor.” He added, “I’ll be leaving for the international schedule in the first week of June, and we begin filming shortly after. There’s a huge sense of anticipation around this season where the storytelling becomes even more ambitious.”
Peter Dinklage Joins the Cast
Season 2 is shaping up to be a massive affair with some stellar new additions. Emmy-winning actor Peter Dinklage has officially come on board, joining the ensemble that already includes Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, Essie Davis, Samuel Blenkin, Babou Ceesay, and Timothy Olyphant. Gourav couldn’t hide his excitement about working alongside such talent: “What makes this experience truly remarkable is being part of such an iconic universe alongside an extraordinary cast. Working with actors like Peter Dinklage, Timothy Olyphant, and the entire ensemble pushes you creatively every single day.”
The series, created by Noah Hawley and executive produced by Ridley Scott, is part of the ever-expanding Alien franchise. Filming for the new season is scheduled to begin in June 2026, with a release date yet to be announced.
What to Expect from Season 2
With the bar already set high by the first season, Gourav hinted that the storytelling in Season 2 will be even more ambitious. The actor, who has also been making waves in Bollywood and Hollywood alike, seems ready to dive deeper into the emotional complexity of his character. For fans of the franchise, this is a treat — especially with Ridley Scott’s vision steering the ship.
Meanwhile, Gourav isn’t just busy with Alien: Earth. The actor recently announced his debut music EP and is set to record four original tracks this year. Clearly, 2026 is going to be a busy year for him — both on set and in the studio.