'Manny Jacinto, from 'The Good Place' to working with Nicole Kidman and being entranced by Tom Cruise'

"I Wish I Could Bottle up that Feeling": Manny Jacinto's Star-Studded Journey

Manny Jacinto, the 33-year-old star who first made waves as the endearingly dim DJ Jason Mendoza in 'The Good Place', has come a long way since that game-changing role. As reported by The Guardian, he took a leap from the comedic heavens of 'The Good Place' to the mysterious world of 'Nine Perfect Strangers', sharing the screen with the likes of Nicole Kidman.

From 'The Good Place' to 'Nine Perfect Strangers': Jacinto's Ride

Landing the role of Jason Mendoza in the hit Netflix show was a turning point for Jacinto. It not only jolted him from relative obscurity into the dazzling limelight of stardom but also paved the way for future opportunities, such as the star-studded project 'Nine Perfect Strangers'. In this thrilling new series, Nicole Kidman plays Masha, the enigmatic Russian leader of a wellness retreat. Jacinto portrays Yao, a resort worker deeply devoted to Masha's vision.

"I didn’t necessarily know who I was speaking to whenever Nicole and I were working together," Jacinto reminisced about the blurred lines between Kidman and her character Masha, adding to the intrigue of the series.

Being 'Entranced' by Tom Cruise and the Future of Asian Leads

For Jacinto, the journey didn't stop with Kidman. He soon found himself "entranced" by Tom Cruise while filming the 'Top Gun' reboot. "Tom Cruise is a very intense man and he expects no less from his co-stars," he shared about his charismatic co-star.

Discussing the representation of Asian actors in Hollywood, Jacinto notes the recent trend of casting Asian male leads. While he appreciates the positive changes sparked by films like 2018's 'Crazy Rich Asians', he remains hopeful that this is not just a fleeting phase but a substantial shift towards inclusivity in Hollywood.

With his versatility and comedic prowess, Jacinto is certainly proving to be an influential figure in this changing narrative. His future projects include a romcom 'I Want You Back', where he will be seen as the love interest of Gina Rodriguez, further solidifying his place as a leading man in Hollywood.

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