Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Cosette Bonilla. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Cosette, thanks for joining us today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

It’s very difficult to choose a single meaningful project, since everything I do and aspire to do is important to me personally.
However, one of the most meaningful experiences so far in my career as an artist was directing my first play.
I chose to recreate Diana Son’s play “Stop Kiss.” The first time I read the play was for a class, but from that time I couldn’t shake the idea of ​​how powerful it would be to see it in action. It was the first time I had complete control over something artistic, which was terrifying 99% of the time, because you don’t know if you’re doing something right or something that the audience won’t like. I had to expand my perspectives beyond my normal role as an actor, I had to be willing to get out of my comfort zone and provide constructive feedback to my friends (which was hard cause confrontation makes me uncomfortable); most importantly I had to produce a product that the audience would connect with.
While the project gave me my first gray hairs … I would do it again without hesitation, because seeing my teachers, friends, and family get involved and feeling the emotions I created from scratch is an incomparable feeling.

Cosette, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

For those who don’t know me, my name is Cosette Bonilla Pardo. I grew up in Mexico City, I am the second oldest of my siblings, and I have a deep love for chocolate!

My journey into the arts began unexpectedly in a big restaurant. There was a stage set with instruments, but no one was performing . While everyone was eating, I sensed a desire for entertainment. Seizing the moment, I climbed onto the stage, turned my iPod up to full volume, closed my eyes, and started to dance like there wasn’t a soul in that room, and soon, all eyes were on me. After a couple of minutes, I opened my eyes and the crowd erupted in cheers, applause, and laughter. In that moment, I realized I wanted to be an entertainer.

Now, at work, I approach every project with dedication . I research the background of each role, considering the place, time, and circumstances. I brainstorm ideas to make my performance more interesting and ask myself questions to understand the character. I am professional, punctual, and bring a lot of energy and optimism. I also make sure to introduce myself to everyone on set and offer help when they need it.

When facing problems, I focus on staying positive and finding quick solutions, which I believe sets me apart from others. Realistically in the entertainment industry, things aren’t perfect, and they can get difficult, but I like to embrace the unexpected and make it fun. I prefer turning challenges into opportunities rather than letting setbacks discourage me, and for that, I always make sure to bring out my inner child.

I moved to L.A to pursue my dream as an actor, and that I am very proud of! I am proud I learned to speak another language and got better at it, connected with a whole different culture, and learned how to be independent. I built a whole new life from scratch and I sharpen my craft every time I go through a new door and see where it leads. But what I am the proudest of is that I am making it. I am following my dream, and nothing can stop me.

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?

One thing I had to get out of my head is that I used to think that when someone gave me feedback, it meant I had done something wrong. Whenever a friend, colleague, teacher, or director commented on my work, I believed it was because I wasn’t talented enough or because I was making mistakes. I associated feedback with criticism and failure. Over time, though, I learned that feedback is actually positive—it shows others are invested in my growth and want to see how I can push my creativity further. Now, I see feedback as an opportunity and a challenge, knowing I can take on whatever is asked of me.

What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?

As an artist, I see the entire process – auditioning, performing, searching casting calls, and researching a new character, as part of the creative journey. While I do enjoy this process, I have a clear goal: to become a working actor. This means consistently pursuing opportunities in voice over, theater, film, or any related field. Right now, my focus is on getting as many auditions as possible, since auditioning is an essential part of achieving this professional goal.

My mission is to tell stories that haven’t been heard before; to connect with audiences and paint a vivid portrait of what human beings go through every day. More than anything, I want to give a voice to the voiceless and bring people together to support one another with art. I believe everyone should know that they aren’t alone in this world. As an actor, I strive to understand others and help them through times of emotional turmoil with creativity, empathy, and visual storytelling.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/cosbonilla
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cos.bonilla
• Other: IMDB: https://m.imdb.com/es/name/nm15282790/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cos.bonillaa?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Image Credits

Headshot: Matt Marcheski
Modeling Shots: Suimayannielee
DP: Nick Conocenti