The excitement for the final season of 'Stranger Things' is at an all-time high as the series releases its concluding episodes. With the gang preparing for an epic showdown against Vecna and the Mind Flayer, every potential weapon counts. In a delightful and hilarious turn, actors Finn Wolfhard (Mike) and Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin) recently took on the unusual task of rating random Indian household items for their effectiveness in battling the show's ultimate villain.
From Chappals to Tiffin Boxes: The Unlikely Arsenal
In a video released on the official social media account of the series' host OTT platform, the duo examined common desi items. The first item was the iconic blue and white chappal, found in almost every Indian home. However, the actors were skeptical of its combat potential. Finn Wolfhard remarked that there wasn't much to do with sandals besides whacking. Gaten Matarazzo tried to find a silver lining, suggesting one could run faster barefoot if wearing them, but overall, the chappal didn't score high as an anti-Vecna tool.
The next item, a classic stainless steel layered tiffin box, fared much better. The actors were immediately impressed by its sturdy build and compartmentalized design. Their imaginations ran wild, with Gaten proposing it could be used to conceal grenades. Upon realizing the box had multiple layers, Finn joked that it could store different types of grenades, making it a surprisingly tactical piece of equipment for the Hawkins crew.
The Rolling Pin and Magic Brooms
The humble belan, or rolling pin, was next. While often seen as a makeshift weapon, the stars envisioned a more comical application. They suggested it could be used to trip Vecna in an old-school cartoon style. Finn elaborated, suggesting one could roll the pin under Vecna's feet or even comically roll it over his head as he entered a room.
The video took a magical turn when a phool jhaadu (soft broom) and a seekh ki jhaadu (hard broom) appeared. The two actors instantly channeled their inner Harry Potter, pretending the brooms were Quidditch gear. They flew around the room, with Finn joking about the size of the brooms. Gaten laughed while swinging one, quipping, "Imagine if she grabs this one," referencing the show's psychic characters.
The Ultimate Weapon: The Pressure Cooker
The final and most impressive item was the good old pressure cooker. This quintessential Indian kitchen appliance won the actors over completely. Finn declared it a "genuinely great weapon," while Gaten pointed out that it even had "Hawkins" written on it, fitting perfectly into the show's universe. The 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife' star further suggested creative uses, like filling it with scalding hot food to use against the evil forces.
The final season, 'Stranger Things 5', is the show's last. All episodes except the grand finale have been released. The concluding episode is scheduled to drop online on New Year's Day and will have a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes. The plot will follow the gang's 'Operation Beanstalk' as they try to stop Vecna from merging Hawkins with The Abyss, a mission that becomes more urgent after Holly is recaptured by the evil entity.
