Shabana Azeez excited for romance in *The Pitt*

Shabana Azeez, who plays Victoria Javadi on the MAX medical drama "The Pitt," expressed her excitement about the latest episode. She noted that she has no idea what will happen in the romantic scenes between her character and Mateo, played by Jalen Thomas Brooks. In Episode 12, titled "6 PM," a mass shooting at PittFest leads to a chaotic situation in the hospital's emergency department. Javadi, who initially fainted at the sight of blood, shows remarkable skill and creativity under pressure. By the end of this episode, Mateo praises her as a "genius." Azeez described her character as a "nepo baby," noting that both of Javadi's parents are doctors, which adds pressure to her career choice. She highlighted Javadi's journey of gaining confidence throughout the season. Despite her academic success, Javadi struggles with personal connections and has few friends. The actress shared her laughter and surprise when she found out her character was involved in a romantic storyline with Mateo. She revealed that she and Brooks had not discussed their characters’ arcs, making the development feel fresh and unexpected. Azeez is curious to see how their on-screen relationship will unfold in future episodes. As "The Pitt" has been renewed for another season, Azeez looks forward to exploring more of Javadi’s character. She trusts the show's writers to introduce exciting developments that she may not have considered. In conclusion, Azeez has a unique perspective on Javadi’s family dynamics, imagining a different relationship with her father compared to her mother. Her insights reflect the complexity of her character within the intense medical drama.