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Pedro and Lux Pascal Support Each Other at BFI London Film Festival Premiere of “Behemoth”
The siblings appeared in coordinated outfits at the Royal Festival Hall, where Pedro described the challenge of convincingly playing a cello for his role.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Pedro Pascal and his sister Lux Pascal walked the red carpet together at the BFI London Film Festival on 16 October 2026 for the premiere of the new drama “Behemoth.” The event took place at the Royal Festival Hall, and the siblings were photographed in subtly coordinated outfits, exchanging hugs, smiles and glances that highlighted their close bond.
What happened
“Behemoth,” starring Pedro as cellist Alex Serian, opened the festival’s evening program. The film follows Alex, a prodigious musician who returns to Los Angeles after two decades away, seeking to reconnect with his ailing mother and estranged brother. Lux accompanied her brother to the premiere, and the pair were photographed together throughout the arrival and after‑party.
What the reports add
Vanity Fair noted that the siblings’ coordinated clothing and affectionate gestures stood out amid a night often dominated by celebrity rivalries. The outlet also described the film’s plot in detail, emphasizing Alex’s struggle to balance a burgeoning career in Chicago, a romantic relationship with a character named Carol (played by Olivia Wilde), and his return to the musical world.
What was said
During a brief interview at the Royal Festival Hall, Pedro Pascal said the role demanded a level of physical and emotional preparation he had not experienced before. He told Vanity Fair, “I’d never been so afraid. I’ve been nervous about other jobs and the physical… emotional demands, but it was nothing like this.” He added, “I would choose fighting The Mountain in Game of Thrones over learning how to play the cello convincingly. I would rather be, I don’t know, tossed off a cliff with Nicolas Cage than have to learn how to play the cello.” Pascal also explained that he kept a cello with him “practically everywhere—even to the gym and while running errands,” comparing the learning process to the early stages of a relationship.
How it came about
“Behemoth” marks Pascal’s first major dramatic role that requires him to portray a professional musician. The film’s narrative, which explores family ties, artistic identity and personal sacrifice, mirrors the real‑life support the Pascal siblings have shown each other throughout their careers. Their joint appearance at the festival underscores the public’s interest in the family dynamic, a theme previously highlighted in media coverage of the Pascals’ collaborative projects.
Key facts
- Pedro and Lux Pascal attended the BFI London Film Festival premiere of “Behemoth” on 16 October 2026. (vanityfair.com)
- Pedro Pascal plays Alex Serian, a cellist returning to Los Angeles after 20 years. (vanityfair.com)
- Pascal said learning to play the cello was his most physically and emotionally demanding preparation for the role. (vanityfair.com)
- The siblings wore coordinated outfits and were photographed hugging and smiling on the red carpet. (vanityfair.com)
- Lux Pascal’s presence highlighted the family support theme central to the film’s story. (vanityfair.com)
Sources
- [1] vanityfair.com — originally reported as “Pedro Pascal and His Sister Lux Bring Family Support to the Premiere of Behemoth!”
