Galadriel And Elrond’s Kiss Shocked Rings Of Power Fans. Robert Aramayo Told Me Why He Did It, And It Makes Complete Sense

Galadriel And Elrond's Kiss Shocked Rings Of Power Fans. Robert Aramayo Told Me Why He Did It, And It Makes Complete Sense

As a longtime fan of Tolkien’s works, I must admit that the unexpected turn of events between Elrond and Galadriel in “The Rings of Power” has left me both intrigued and puzzled. Robert Aramayo, who brings Elrond to life on screen, has provided some insight into this polarizing moment.


Avoiding spoilers for the 7th episode of ‘The Rings of Power’, season 2: If you haven’t watched it yet, you can stream the show with an Amazon Prime subscription. Don’t forget to tune in for the finale when it airs on the 2024 TV schedule on a Thursday, specifically October 3rd.

Absolutely! In the latest installment of The Rings of Power, Elrond did share a kiss with Galadriel, which left many viewers taken aback. This unexpected scene sparked a range of opinions among spectators. Since we’ve had an exclusive discussion with Robert Aramayo, the actor who portrays Elrond, let’s delve into this significant moment and discover why his elf chose to kiss Galadriel while helping her escape the Orcs.

Galadriel And Elrond's Kiss Shocked Rings Of Power Fans. Robert Aramayo Told Me Why He Did It, And It Makes Complete Sense

Fans Have All Sorts Of Takes When It Comes To That Galadriel And Elrond Kiss

Through most of Season 2, a division has arisen between Galadriel and Elrond due to the rings and their contrasting perspectives on them. While Morfydd Clark’s character advocated for utilizing the rings to vanquish Sauron, Aramayo’s elf sought to annihilate them; he even took a perilous leap off a waterfall in pursuit of this goal.

On the intensifying frontlines of Middle-earth’s struggle for survival, the duo found themselves reconnected amidst the battle. To aid his comrade in her flight from Adar, Elrond resorted to a secret gesture – a kiss concealing the pin he had meant to be her escape tool.

Clearly, such a kiss shared between cherished characters from “The Lord of the Rings” series was indeed a highly significant moment, prompting various reactions from viewers, as evidenced by the comments below:

  • i’m sorry but if any of you read anything else but desperation into the kiss that’s on you. it’s not gonna be weird to see elrond and celebrían because elrond and galadriel both clearly didn’t enjoy that fucking kiss. media literacy truly is dead😭 -thranduilstar
  • They 100% had no reason to write a situation where Elrond kisses Galadriel on the lips into the show for any reason than that the writers wanted to write a scene where Elrond kisses Galadriel on the lips into the show. And that’s gross. -Strangeland_Elf
  • i’m​ not even mad that elrond and galadriel kiss in that scene. look at her face she was like “dude wtf are you doing?!”​ and elrond said “forgive me” before. it’s hilarious and made me laughing. -RosaLynaLerman
  • They couldn’t find a better way to give her a lock pick than by making Elrond kiss Galadriel. Wow 🤦🏻🤦🏻 The Rings of Power never disappoints when it comes to being the worst at times -FlicksandChill
  • The way this kiss between Elrond and Galadriel wasn’t necessarily romantic and it was just a coy to give her the lock pick was smart 👌🏽 it also was a way to say goodbye to each other 😢#TheRingsOfPower #TROPspoilers -giselleb1234

In addition to other discussions, it’s worth noting that Galadriel, who is older than Elrond, would eventually become his mother-in-law since she is his wife and Celebrían, Celebrimbor’s daughter, is Elrond’s bride. Although this hasn’t occurred in the series yet, it remains an intriguing aspect of the lore that fans haven’t forgotten about.

Indeed, considering everything we’ve discussed, let’s delve into the insights shared by Robert Aramayo regarding the controversial scene from The Rings of Power, and the reasons behind its occurrence.

Galadriel And Elrond's Kiss Shocked Rings Of Power Fans. Robert Aramayo Told Me Why He Did It, And It Makes Complete Sense

Robert Aramayo Explained Why It Happened, It Makes Total Sense To Me

During my recent conversations with the cast of The Rings of Power, I was eager to delve into the subject of Robert Aramayo’s surprising kiss. The intensity in Elrond’s actions left me in no doubt, and their expressions hinted at a necessary survival act. Intriguingly, Aramayo explained his character’s actions to me, revealing:

It seems to me that this could be a clever tactical decision, as it’s not the typical course of action people might anticipate.

Later on, Benjamin Walker, positioned next to Aramayo and portraying High King Gil-galad, added his thoughts, stating that Elrond’s move was indeed the “most practical choice, truth be told.” Indeed, both assessments held merit. The elf had to execute a significant surprise and distraction on Adar and the Orcs to secure the pin for Galadriel, and it proved effective.

Apart from it being a strategic decision, Aramayo also conveyed the deep affection of his character for Galadriel and the anxiety about potentially losing her forever in that instant. In his words:

In simpler terms,

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In this situation, it seems logical that with Elrond deeply moved by his desire to save his friend and fearing he might not see her again, he would embrace her in a heartfelt kiss. This gesture earned the pin because Adar and the Orcs were momentarily taken aback by the sudden display of affection, creating a distraction. Moreover, it provided Elrond an opportunity to bid farewell to his friend, who holds a familial bond for him.

Intrigued to find out how their bond develops beyond this encounter. Although we’re aware that they go on to live separate lives with different partners, I can’t wait to explore how this battle and momentary connection shape their futures in the near term.

In order to learn more about Elrond and Galadriel’s future events, don’t forget to catch the Season 2 finale of The Rings of Power streaming live on October 3rd on Amazon Prime Video.

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2024-09-28 21:07