"Breaking Out: Bardia Seiri on His Netflix Debut in 'Incoming'

Join Elias on this episode of Pop Culture Unplugged as he sits down with Bardia Seiri, the breakout star of Netflix’s new coming-of-age comedy Incoming. Premiering globally on August 23, Incoming follows the hilarious and heartfelt journey of four freshmen navigating the trials of their first high school party. Bardia shines as Koosh, a character determined to step out of his older brother’s shadow while grappling with the complexities of popularity, friendship, and self-discovery. In this episode, Bardia opens up about: The Audition Process: Hear Bardia’s behind-the-scenes stories about auditioning for the role of Koosh and the moment he realized his dream was becoming a reality. Landing the Role: Discover the excitement and emotions Bardia experienced upon securing his first major film role in a Netflix original. On-Set Experience: Get an insider’s perspective on what it was like working alongside his talented co-stars and veteran actors, with stories of camaraderie and learning. Career Beginnings: Bardia reflects on his early passion for acting, sharing how his journey started and evolved into landing a leading role. Family Influence: Delve into the impact Bardia’s father, also an actor, has had on his career, shaping his approach to the craft and industry. Incoming also stars Mason Thames, Ramon Reed, Raphael Alejandro, and features veteran actors Bobby Cannavale, Kaitlin Olson, and Scott MacArthur. Written and directed by David and John Chernin, this film is a laugh-out-loud exploration of teenage selfhood that is not to be missed. Tune in to hear Bardia Seiri’s journey from aspiring actor to Netflix star on Pop Culture Unplugged with Elias. Watch the full interview on YouTube: Click here For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here 📧Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at [email protected] Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates: Twitter: twitter.com/popcultureunplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!