The Cast Of 'Boarders' Reveals Behind-The-Scenes Secrets That'll Have You Binging Season 2 ASAP

What aspect of the show did you guys relate to the most personally, given that it’s a coming-of-age story?

Aruna: For me, it was like going to uni. The school I went to before was in South London, so drama school was a shock. It was about figuring out how to take up space and just be myself. That experience of being somewhere completely different and having to adapt without losing yourself – that’s something I think a lot of people go through.

Myles: I actually attended a private school, so it was more or less a flashback. It was about finding yourself and adapting, like the characters. It’s tough because you’re trying to balance fitting in with staying true to yourself.

Are there any particular characters besides Omar and Femi that you related to the most?

Aruna: I can see myself in all of them – Jaheim’s vibe, Leah’s activism, Toby’s smarts, Omar’s focus, and Femi stepping out of his comfort zone. They each represent different parts of what it’s like growing up and trying to figure things out.

Myles: I’d have to second that. Especially with Femi; figuring out where you fit in. His struggle with identity and belonging is something I think a lot of people can see themselves in.

By the end of season one, the group had found their spot in St. Gilbert’s, but then season two hit them with the bombshell of losing the scholarships, and solidarity is a big theme. How did you work together to that believable?

Aruna: From day one, since the first read-through, the five of us have been tight. Bringing that chemistry on screen was second nature. I think that bond shows in the way the characters fight to stick together despite everything.

Myles: I second that. The playfulness, the jokes, the banter, the wisdom – it’s a family vibe. It’s rare to have that kind of connection with your castmates, and it definitely made the heavier scenes easier to film.