Janna Nick shifts focus from acting to directing
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Actress Janna Nick has transitioned from her career in acting to directing. After taking a year-long break to pursue postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom, the 31-year-old star has decided to focus on directing rather than returning to acting. While watching her peers embark on new acting roles has not prompted her into an immediate acting comeback, Janna's main ambition is to become the best director.
She explained that she is not as interested in becoming the best actor, although she would give her best if a good script is available. Instead, Janna aims to become the best director by tackling meaningful social issues, particularly childhood trauma and giving a voice to vulnerable young people. She expressed her desire to tell the stories of children who cannot raise their voices due to fear or lack of belief.
Janna is currently dedicating her time to upcoming directorial projects slated for release next year. Although TV drama series are on the back burner due to demanding shooting schedules, she remains open to silver-screen opportunities if the right script comes along. Janna acknowledged the significant time commitment required for drama acting, with shoots lasting around 18 hours a day.
She emphasized the importance of having a calm space for creative thinking, as working behind the scenes requires a focused mind. This shift in career comes shortly after her academic success in the UK, where she earned a Master of Arts in Filmmaking.
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