Breakout star Nikita Mashishis acting journey has demanded patience - from working behind the scenes to shining in front of the camera. Having appeared in Isidingo, The Queen, The River, Rockville and Muvhango, her latest role in the upcoming Mzansi Bioskop film Lekompo 2 unpacks a new layer. Sowetan gets to know the rising star...
Acting has always been about storytelling first. Recognition is beautiful, but Im not in this industry because I want fame. I want people to connect with the characters I play and feel something genuine.
How are you shaking off being cast as a pretty woman?
