Castellanos stars as Croy in Netflix’s new sci-fi film about an appearance-obsessed dystopia.
Get the scoop on Jan Luis Castellanos, one of the actors appearing inNetflixsUglies.
Based on Scott Westerfields 2005 novel of the same name,Ugliespresents an unsettling dystopian future.
In the film, Jan Luis Castellanos portrays Croy.
Homeless, Castellanos resorted to sleeping on Hollywoods famous Sunset Boulevard.
It’s crazy how things happen."
These talks shaped the character and ultimately seemed to take Diego in new directions, much to Castellanos delight.
It made me feel more at home with my character."
Case in point, he portrayed Topher on three episodes ofRunawaysduring the Marvel series second season on Hulu.
It just goes to show that anything is possible.
Several fans have approached the actor since his stint onRunaways, recognizing him from the series.
Castellanos remarkedIt was nice:
I was caught a bit off-guard the first time.
It was a funny feeling, trying to fathom what had happened.
Youd be surprised how much these fans know about Topher from the comics.
Castellanos' response was a resounding yes:
Honestly, yes!
It really hits me when Im around people and thats the choice of conversation.
Growing up, I admired all these great actors, from Robert Downey Jr. to Ryan Reynolds.
Its something Im definitely proud of and a name I must live up to.
I was drawn to the character and the opportunity came.
Honestly, I auditioned for, like, everything in the movie.
Castellanos also interviewed withPop Culturalistabout the prospect of a sequel toUglies.
[laughs] I spoke with Scott about it.
Honestly, we dont know until the first movie comes out.
You just hope that you’re free to continue telling this story.
Im excited to continue exploring this character, and I hope we get to do it.
I hope people receive it well.
We might come back for another one.
According to director McG, though,theUgliessequel getting produced depends on the film finding a strong audience.
Jan Luis Castellanos can be seen on Instagram at the handle@janluiscastellanos.
Ugliesis now streaming on Netflix.
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