Dichen Lachman makes hunting vampires look good in her latest film
'Severance' star Dichen Lachman plays a vampire hunter on her latest film and talks about her Nepali roots.
Words by Rasha Goel
Stepping into the shadowy world of Vampires of the Velvet Lounge, Dichen Lachman is embracing a role that blends intrigue, character depth, and genre storytelling.
The world of vampires is not new for her. She previously played a vampire in the 2011 BBC series Being Human, but this time she’s an undercover vampire hunter. This new Adam Sherman horror comedy also stars Mena Suvari, Stephen Dorff, and Rosa Salazar, along with others, and is based on the 16th Century Hungarian countess, Elizabeth Bathory, who was rumored to have bathed in the blood of virgins to stay young. The story combines a mystery of the past with the contemporary concept of online dating.
In the film, a glamorous coven of vampires in the Deep South prey on lonely singles found through dating apps, seducing and slaughtering them to preserve their youth. But when they swipe right on the wrong profiles, a sharp undercover vampire hunter named Cora (Lachman) takes the story into fun and horrifying chaos.
In this conversation, the Nepali Australian actress—whose other credits include Severance, Jurassic World: Dominion, and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes—shares what drew her to the project, the layers behind the character she portrays, and how her Nepali heritage continues to inform her perspective as she navigates an evolving Hollywood landscape.
Vampires of the Velvet Lounge is in theaters now.
Published on March 20, 2026
Words by Rasha Goel
Rasha Goel is a journalist and three-time Emmy-nominated host/producer. Her beats include entertainment and human interest. Rasha is curious about life and finds her greatest joy in telling stories of marginalized communities. She is also a Reiki practitioner and enjoys sharing her healing gifts with people. Follow her on Instagram at @rashagoel.