Ivanna Sakhno Speaks On Shins Search For Understanding In Ahsoka, Physical Training, and Ray Stevensons Mentorship

Ahsoka actress Ivanna Sakhno, who portrays Shin Hati on the show, spoke with Dagobah Dispatch about her character's search for truth, the physical preparation required for the role, and the loss of co-star Ray Stevenson. Entertainment Weekly's Star Wars-themed podcast interview was conducted before the SAG-AFTRA strike and before the premiere of the show. Now, four episodes into the series, Sakhno's comments suggest fans may see more of her character discovering who she is in future episodes.



When asked to describe her character in the interview, Sakhno provided an interesting response that points to the character's inquisitive, inexperienced nature, but also her desire to find herself. It suggests Shin will learn more about herself in future episodes:

(L-R): Shin Hati (Ivanna Sakhno) and Baylan Skoll (Ray Stevenson) in Lucasfilm's STAR WARS: AHSOKA, exclusively on Disney+. ©2023 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All Rights Reserved.



Ivanna Sakhno was also asked about the physicality required for the role, and went on to credit how the physical training she and the cast went through helped her get into character mentally as well:

When asked about the late Ray Stevenson, who portrays her on-screen master, the Ukrainian-born actress couldn't properly express with words how much the relationship the two had developed over the months-long Ahsoka shoot had impacted her (Stevenson passed away on May 22, three months before the series premiere):

Shin Hati (Ivanna Sakhno) in Lucasfilm's STAR WARS: AHSOKA, exclusively on Disney+. ©2023 Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All Rights Reserved.



Ahsoka is now at its halfway point, there are still many mysteries to uncover, such as the backstory behind Baylan and Shin. While both are described as Dark Jedi, with Baylan himself suggesting he knew Anakin Skywalker, it remains to be seen what exactly are their end goals and why they are seeking out Thrawn in the first place.



With four more episodes to go, more of Shin and Baylan's backgrounds will likely be revealed. Part Five of Ahsoka will be premiering on Tuesday, September 12, at 6 pm PT and will be directed by Dave Filoni. It will be screened in select theaters in the US and London. Feel free to also check out my review of 'Fallen Jedi,' the series' most recent episode.



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