Tuesday, 10 December 2013

“my colour is a disadvantage and I cannot get certain roles”- Juliet Ibrahim

When asked about hurdle she faces regularly, the beautiful actress had this response:

“Sometimes, it is related with my colour. The fact that I am of a mixed race makes people think that I receive preferential treatment. That is a huge misconception. There are times my color is a disadvantage and I cannot get certain roles.

They would rather give the role to a dark-skinned actor especially if both parents are dark in the movie. Sometimes, the fair-complexioned actors are cast in the roles of husband snatchers and other bad characters. People don’t know that we go through a lot. It has been very challenging to get a role that can elevate my talent. However, I am being told now that I am receiving more favours because of my fair complexion. It seems people now have issues with coloured people.”

 

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