‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 2 Adds ‘Percy Jackson’ Star Daniel Diemer and ‘War’ Actor Shaheen Jafargholi

Heated Rivalry has bolstered its ensemble cast with the addition of two notable actors. Daniel Diemer, who previously appeared in the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and Shaheen Jafargholi, known for his role in HBO and Sky’s War, have joined the show. Diemer will portray Ryan Price, while Jafargholi will take on the character of Fabian Saleh.

Diemer has also starred in The Half of It, and Jafargholi has been in Paramount+’s The Agency. Series creator, writer, and director Jacob Tierney, along with executive producer Brendan Brady, emphasized the importance of finding actors who could embody the complex and compelling nature of these characters. They praised Diemer and Jafargholi for their confidence and emotional honesty in their respective roles, expressing excitement for audiences to witness their performances.

The second season of Heated Rivalry is scheduled to premiere on HBO Max in the spring of 2027 across various regions, including the United States, Australia, parts of Europe, Latin America, and Asia.