Ahsokaseason 2 is currently in production, and a first look confirms that one character’s casting choice might be the best one we’ve ever seen.Screen Rantis on the ground at San Diego Comic Con, where Lucasfilm has revealed a first look at one belovedStar Warscharacter.
Ahsokadid a lot of work to bringcharacters from the animatedStar Wars Rebelsinto live-action, with particular attention paid toGhostcrew members Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Ezra Bridger. Not only didAhsokabuild upon their character arcs fromRebels, but it also gave them greater depth.
Now, one of these characters is the face ofAhsokaseason 2’s first look. Shared on the ground at San Diego Comic Con, our first good look at oneRebelscharacter inAhsoka’s newest season proves thatStar Warshas found what’s probably their most perfect casting yet.
Ahsokaseason 2was announced to be going into production right after Star Wars Celebration Japan back in April 2025. There’s no official timeline for when filming will conclude or when fans can expect to seeAhsokaseason 2 hit their screens, but it’s safe to bet that it’ll be sometime in 2026.
Eman Esfandi Is The Perfect Ezra Bridger
In All Aspects
The first look images from San Diego Comic Con showed the return of Eman Esfandi as Ezra Bridger. Esfandi made his debut as Ezra inAhsokaseason 1, episode 6, when his character was found on Peridea in a different galaxy by Sabine Wren.
Esfandi instantly showed whyhe was the right choice to bring the beloved Jedi to live-action, butAhsokaseason 2’s first look just solidifies that. Not only did he look the part, but he also embodied that sarcastic and overconfident Jedi so many people loved fromRebels.
Because Ezra was stranded in a different galaxy, his hair had grown shaggy, and he sported a thick beard, butAhsokaseason 2’s first look shows that to have changed. In this new image, Ezra is now clean-shaven, and his hair is a bit more styled,reminiscent of the character’s appearance in the first two seasons ofRebels.
The character also seems to look a bit mischievous, possibly in on a prank or an elaborate plan to engage withGrand Admiral Thrawn. Along with this,Ezra’s outfit seems to fit with other individuals within the New Republic, possibly indicating that he’s assimilating into the dynamics of the fledgling government.
It feels as if the character was plucked straight from the animated Rebels.
All of these different aspects show justhow perfect Eman Esfandi is as Ezra Bridger.It feels as if the character was plucked straight from the animatedRebels. While not all animated characters made the jump to live-action quite as seamlessly, it’s a testament to how good Esfandi is as Ezra that it just feels natural.
Even the playful way in which Esfandi approaches the fandom and his role inAhsokais entirely Ezra-reminiscent. After this first look debuted on X/Twitter,Esfandiwas quick to post his own response, including a meme that highlights the blue contacts he wears to match Ezra’s eyes fromRebels.
This first look at Esfandi’s Ezra truly builds the hype for what’s to come inAhsokaseason 2. So many fans wanted to see more of Ezra inAhsoka, and it seems like our prayers might be answered.
Ahsoka
Cast
Ahsoka follows the journey of former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy. Released in 2023, this series takes place within the Star Wars universe and features Ahsoka navigating through a complex political and cosmic landscape.
