VIVANT's Hijab-Clad Field Agent Tashiro Draws Praise for Azerbaijani Delivery
A supporting role whose face is almost entirely hidden has become the episode's most-discussed element, with Mada's singing career and overseas stage experience offered as the likely basis for the praised Azerbaijani delivery.
Reporting from 1 source: Magmix.
VIVANT season 2 episode 17 made a talking point of the local field agent Tashiro, played by Leyla Mada, whose hijab-covered appearance and fluent Azerbaijani drew praise. Tashiro first appeared in episode 15 photographing public security officer Nozaki, played by Hiroshi Abe, during his undercover work against the Chinese intelligence organization Xinxi. In episode 17 she investigated a cafeteria owner near Shaki Castle in the Gorbad Republic. Mada has worked as a singer since 2013, with live shows in Taiwan, China and Macau.
The character's name, Tashiro, was confirmed in the broadcast's commentary track, after viewers spent the preview for episode 17 speculating about the woman whose eyes were the only visible part of her. Following the episode, Mada posted off-shots on Instagram, drawing comments that praised her presence despite the hijab covering everything but her eyes. Commenters cited her strong gaze, her posture, and the way she pulled a bag of money toward herself as evidence of a seasoned field agent. Mada has been active as a singer since 2013 and has performed in Taiwan, China and Macau, a background that may explain the natural Azerbaijani delivery.
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