Why the crazy good year of Gemma Chan is just beginning

In the last 12 months, everything has changed for Gemma Chan.

For starters, the actress has become a household name thanks to her role as Astrid in Crazy Rich Asians. And after portraying a heartfelt personality, Gemma has become one of the contest favorites with her appearances at all major ceremonies, including the 2019 Oscars and the 2019 Golden Globes.

This week, seduce decided to turn 36 years old into its April cover. And despite her notoriety and her performances in front of the camera, Gemma swears that she's "pretty shy".

"In a new social situation, I would much rather let others speak first," she told the publication. "I prefer to listen and, I suppose, have the measure of people before giving them everyone."

This personality trait is probably one of the many reasons why fans around the world can not help celebrating this incredible year. In a city where many stars recognize their status, this star is still not seen as a "celebrity".

"I think I slightly deny my own celebrity, maybe, but I refuse to do anything," she said. Squire The February 2019 issue of Singapore. "I just want to live a normal life – a lot for my own sanity.What's important to me now, is what was important 10 years ago.I hope it will be sustainable."

"It helps life in London – as opposed to the Los Angeles bubble – because here nobody gives a voice, and I try not to pay attention to [to more invasive press coverage] because I think that would drive you crazy. "

For the moment, the coverage remains totally positive for the actress. The designers look forward to dressing Gemma for a variety of events. Magazines want her on the cover of their latest issues. And holiday organizers are eager to see her attend their events.

"It's pretty surreal, it's the first time I've come here, I'm really excited," Gemma told E! New & # 39; Giuliana Rancic on the red carpet at the 2019 Oscars. "This still does not seem real.I can not wait to meet my actors."

But the highlight of Gemma is perhaps to give a representation in fashion and the media to a group of people that you may not always see.

"I think things are improving among audiences who want to see more diverse castes, be it in terms of ethnicity, bad, baduality – there is a better balance," he said earlier. Gemma. "For me, there is a direct link between how groups are portrayed in popular culture and in the media and how that group is treated in society – if that group is standardized and accepted."

She continued, "I remember wanting to be different and it's only since I was older that I'm comfortable with any inheritance of which I'm very proud." I feel British, well sure, but I accept my Chinese heritage only came with the times. "

So what's next for this talented star? After appearing in Captain Marvel, Gemma can play an important role in the Crazy Rich Asians after.

Director Jon M. Chu previously shared with The Hollywood journalist that if everything goes as planned, the following will focus on Charlie (Harry Shum Jr.) and Astrid's second chance at romance.

"The idea is to tell the story in the next movie," Jon said. "I made a promise to Harry, so I'm going to do it."

In other words, maybe the best is yet to come for Gemma!