Anya Chalotra Stars as Haruna in Upcoming Game Unknown 9: Awakening

October 2024 – Anya Chalotra, known for her role as Yennefer in The Witcher, takes center stage in Unknown 9: Awakening, set to release on October 18, 2024. Chalotra plays Haruna, a character with the power to access the Fold, a hidden dimension that shapes much of the game’s plot and gameplay.

Chalotra, in her first video game role, shared her excitement, saying that Haruna’s journey from childhood to adulthood, alongside the character’s supernatural powers, intrigued her. She emphasized the freedom she experienced in portraying a character in a new format.

“Haruna is on a journey, from child to woman, and the choices she makes are for the greater good,” Chalotra noted in an interview. “Getting to step into her shoes, especially in the gaming world, was something unique for me.”

Unknown 9: Awakening is part of a larger Unknown 9 universe, but the game itself is a standalone adventure. Chalotra’s performance is expected to bring depth and emotion, much like her portrayal in The Witcher, as Haruna navigates the mystery of the Fold and confronts the Ascendants, a faction bent on exploiting her powers.

Chalotra’s involvement has been a key highlight leading up to the game’s release, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans of both The Witcher and narrative-driven video games. Her first-time performance in a motion capture role, combined with her ability to connect emotionally with audiences, is expected to elevate the storytelling in Unknown 9: Awakening.