Gemma Chan is one of the most talented actresses who has worked with many award-winning directors and actors. Chan has established herself as the leading star in showbiz, whose unique cinematic skills often leave the audience starstruck. The 40-year-old actress gained the attention of the industry heavyweights with her excellent portrayal as Astrid Leong-Teo in the 2018 American romantic comedy-drama film Crazy Rich Asians.
In 2021, the actress had the opportunity to share the silver screen with Angelina Jolie in the superhero film Eternals. The project is deemed one of the lowest-rated Marvel Cinematic Universe films. While Chan has successfully appeared in many critically acclaimed projects, the actress once revealed how she was turned down to audition for movies on multiple occasions and shared her candid views of Hollywood sexism.
Gemma Chan Reveals Why She Thinks “Hollywood Would Rather Cast an Alien Than an Asian Woman”
Gemma Chan, the celebrated actress, has appeared in several influential, action-packed, thrilling projects and highly-rated television shows in Hollywood, displaying her top-notch talents. In a previous interview with The Daily Telegraph, Chan shared her candid views on Hollywood sexism and revealed how she got rejected to audition for films on multiple occasions.
When asked if she believes the lack of ethnic diversity on television has hindered her career, the actress told The Daily Telegraph,
“I’ve been fortunate in my career, but, yes, there have been many times when I have been told my audition has been cancelled because they’re only going to see white people,” adding, “The statistics are really depressing. I remember reading some that made me think, ‘Oh, you are more likely to see an alien in a Hollywood film than an Asian woman.'”
Before stepping into showbiz to become an actress, Gemma Chan studied law at Worcester College, Oxford. However, her love for cinema led her to pursue a career in Hollywood.
Gemma Chan’s Exceptional Potrayal as Sersi in Worst MCU-Rated Film Eternals
Gemma Chan is one of the most incredibly talented actresses who has worked in many big-budgeted films, including Marvel Cinematic Universe 2021 American superhero film Eternals, in which she played the role of Sersi. Chan’s powerful depiction in the movie earned her critical acclaim and helped her land many other intriguing projects in the industry. The 40-year-old actress effortlessly demonstrated her character, leaving fans starstruck with her inescapable performance.
However, despite the power-packed portrayals given by each actor involved in the flick, it became the first lowest-rated MCU project, receiving mostly negative reviews from the audience and critics alike, and grossed $402 million at the global box office. Chloé Zhao-directed superhero film boasts a stellar cast ensemble featuring Gemma Chan, Richard Madden, Kumail Nanjiani, Lia McHugh, Brian Tyree Henry, Lauren Ridloff, Barry Keoghan, Don Lee, Kit Harington, Salma Hayek, and Angelina Jolie.
Eternals is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Source: The Daily Telegraph
