Global pop icon Miley Cyrus, who first captured hearts as the teenage star of Disney's Hannah Montana, has signalled a strong interest in making a return to the big screen. The 33-year-old singer and actress, whose last major acting role was over six years ago, made the revelation during a recent appearance at the Palm Springs International Film Festival.
Stepping into Another World: Cyrus's Vision for Acting
In a candid conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Cyrus was asked about the kinds of roles that might tempt her back to acting. Her response was immediate and revealing. "Just tell them, 'What do they want me to do?' I would love to go into someone else's world. I'm the boss in my own world," she stated.
This comment underscores a key distinction she draws between her music career and acting. In her music, she enjoys complete creative control, but the allure of acting lies in the opposite. She finds excitement in the prospect of living different stories under the guidance of a director, surrendering her own creative lead to embody a filmmaker's vision.
Planning Life in Quarters and Future Projects
Cyrus also offered a glimpse into her unique approach to planning her life and career trajectory. "I think of my life in quarters, so I like to think about who and what I want to be or do within the first quarter of the year and don't think too far ahead," she explained to the publication.
She described the early part of the year as a period for celebration and closure, particularly following her work related to Avatar and reflecting on milestones like the anniversary of Hannah Montana. "Then I'm thinking in the back half of the year, what could be," she added, hinting at potential new ventures that could include a return to acting.
A Storied Career from Disney to Black Mirror
Miley Cyrus rose to international fame playing the dual role of Miley Stewart and her pop star alter ego Hannah Montana on the hit Disney Channel series, which ran from 2006 to 2011. She successfully transitioned to films with roles in Bolt (2008), The Last Song (2010), and LOL (2012). Her last significant on-screen appearance was in the acclaimed anthology series Black Mirror in 2019.
At the Palm Springs festival, Cyrus's artistic talents were also celebrated as she was honoured with the Outstanding Artistic Achievement Award for her song "Dream as One" from Avatar: Fire and Ash. This accolade highlights her continued impact and versatility across the entertainment industry.
