Jason Momoa expressed disappointment over Khal Drogo’s fate in Game of Thrones, while fans lamented the character’s abrupt demise.
Stepping into the role of Khal Drogo, in the HBO hit series Game of Thrones, Jason Momoa exhibited a kind of fierce charisma that could almost convince dragons to bow down. Yet, behind the imposing figure and epic battles, Momoa harbored a sense of injustice in terms of his character’s fate, in the show that catapulted him to fame.
Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones | image: HBO
For Jason Momoa, the thrill of wielding the mighty Arakh was spoiled with a bittersweet aftertaste. Because, despite his iconic role, the actor felt like Westeros had unfortunately shortened his character’s fate even before he could flex his acting muscles. This sentiment resonated deeply with fans, who were left yearning for more of Drogo’s untapped potential.
Jason Momoa Felt Cheated by Khal Drogo’s Early Exit in Game of Thrones
In the world of Westeros, where characters meet fates as unpredictable as a game of roulette, Khal Drogo’s demise stood as one of the most abrupt and unsatisfying exits. Jason Momoa, who portrayed the formidable Dothraki leader, thus voiced his opinion on his character’s fate and lamented about how Drogo was snuffed out before his epic saga could truly unfold.
Jason Momoa, who joined Game of Thrones without reading George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, admitted to being blindsided by Khal Drogo’s abrupt exit. Therefore, as per Metro UK, the actor admitted to feeling cheated by his character’s untimely demise, more than a Lannister would feel on the wrong side of a gold debt, particularly because he was robbed of the time to flex his acting skills.
Khal Drogo’s death scene in Game of Thrones | image: HBO
I’ve always felt like I’ve been cheated in a lot of the things I’ve done. You try to show a little bit of color in there, you know, with Conan but no one wants to see Conan crying and with Drogo, he died before any of that stuff could happen.
Hoping to showcase the emotional depth of his character in Game of Thrones, Khal Drogo’s end thus came as a surprise and a heartbreak for Jason Momoa. Seeing Drogo meet his end before he could fully unfurl his Dothraki swagger, Momoa noted feeling a genuine disappointment. Moreover, the missed opportunity to explore Drogo’s complexity felt more like a cruel joke to the actor.
Fans Lamented About How Jason Momoa’s Role was Abruptly Cut Short
But Jason Momoa isn’t the only one to feel betrayed by Khal Drogo’s abrupt end. Even fans were severely upset with Drogo’s demise by the end of season 1. Considering how the character was just beginning to show his colors, apart from being merely a ruthless warrior, viewers expressed disappointment over how Momoa’s character was unceremoniously scrapped out, leaving the audience grappling with what might have been.
Jason Momoa as Khal Drogo | image: HBO
Game of Thrones’ decision to cut off Khal Drogo’s storyline felt like a cruel twist of fate since audiences had barely begun to appreciate the character’s raw charisma. Many viewers felt that Drogo’s full potential–his complex blend of strength, honor, and unexpected vulnerability–was sacrificed at the altar of storytelling convenience. Considering how the show had diverged from the original storyline on several occasions, fans wanted HBO to do the same for Drogo’s character exploration.
I don’t blame him.
— Michael Yeah, Well, Shelling (@ShellDogDCPR) November 1, 2019
He is. Just watch See. You’ll know what I’m talking about.
— Kelvin Fant (@ktruth83) November 4, 2019
He definitely should. Drogo went out like a bitch https://t.co/y8Xe39jjHp
— I’m David Ruffin, & these are The Temptations 🇭🇹 (@iKickClouds_) November 1, 2019
I mean he got killed off like a softy https://t.co/qHRoXXBzxV
— Waka 🦍 (@ZoeDachi) November 1, 2019
I mean the wildest cat on there caught staph, but it was written so 🤷🏽♂️ https://t.co/ko4u2XLAi3
— Heat Wentz (@Parkour_Lewis) November 1, 2019
Unfortunately, fans and even Jason Momoa were slapped with Khal Drogo’s particularly harsh ending, before the actor could bring out the depth of his character. But eventually, in the grand scheme of Game of Thrones, where no character’s fate is ever truly secure, Drogo’s premature exit initially hinted at the unpredictable nature of the series.
Game of Thrones is currently available to watch on Max.
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