Anya Chalotra Emotionally affected by Negative Fan Response to the Witcher Season 4
Budapest, Hungary – Anya Chalotra has revealed the profound emotional impact of the overwhelmingly negative fan reaction to the fourth season of The Witcher, describing the experience as deeply upsetting adn marking a significant turning point in her career. The actress, who portrays Yennefer of vengerberg, spoke candidly at a farewell party shortly after The Guardian published an article on the season’s reception on October 31st.
Chalotra stated she was “done with the Butters once and for all” and admitted to crying extensively as she processed the criticism. Having joined the series at age 23,she reflected on the seven years and eight months dedicated to the role,noting she was particularly moved watching the crew at work on what is likely their final stretch. “It’s all very strange now… I cried a lot,” she shared. “I think I was most moved when I sat there yesterday and watched everyone work. I know these people. I know everyone is working very hard on the series. He will be greatly missed by all.”
The fourth season has been met with widespread disapproval from viewers, as reported by IGN Hungary and evidenced by low ratings on platforms like IMDb. While a release date for the fifth and final season remains unknown, Netflix is anticipated to debut the concluding episodes sometime in 2026. Chalotra’s comments underscore the personal toll that intense public scrutiny can take on performers, even as the series nears its conclusion.
