Beauty queen aspirant Nella Dizon, daughter of award-winning actor Allen Dizon, is carving her own path in showbiz.
At 22, she stars alongside Rhian Ramos and JC de Vera in the upcoming film Huwag Mo ‘Kong Iwan, directed by Joel Lamangan. The young actress, who grew up admiring her father’s success, speaks candidly about the challenges and pressures she faces as she steps into the spotlight.
In a recent interview, Nella recalled her early exposure to the entertainment industry through her father, whose career has made an international impact.
“Watching him on television sparked my curiosity about showbiz,” she shared, noting that while she admired his work, she understood that success in the industry demands hard work.
Nella also revealed some of the key lessons she learned from her dad.
“He always tells me to feel like the character you’re playing. Don’t just think of it as acting. You have to imagine you are that character,” she said. She also praised her father’s versatility, saying, “His flexibility is what I admire most. He can take on any role.”
Despite her father’s fame, Nella remains grounded and focused on her own career.
“There’s always pressure,” she said. “I remind myself that one day, I will achieve that success. But I don’t expect perfection. I always give my best in everything I do.”
Her recent film role has been a significant step in her career. Nella expressed satisfaction with her performance, noting that it was the first time she truly felt content with her work in a film.
“I feel like I portrayed the role well,” she said, adding that many people had complimented her performance. “I’m happy to work with Direk Joel, and I know he will make the film great,” she added, mentioning her confidence in the director’s professional skills.
While Nella continues to pursue her acting career, she remains committed to finishing her education. “I want to continue acting, but I have to finish school first,” she stated.
With her recent exposure to showbiz, Nella shared how she gained confidence over time.
“When I was in grade school, I was often bullied. I was called ugly, but I didn’t say anything because I was shy. Later, I realized I wasn’t ugly, and the encouragement from others helped me build my confidence,” she said.