Shanilie Kowlesar

Embracing the journey: From shy to stronger me.

Since I was a child, I have always been very shy, underconfident, and hesitant to step out of my shell. I am someone who rarely dares to try something new. However, when I look at my dreams and my vision for the future, I realise that to achieve them, I need to grow. I have to become a version of myself that possesses far more confidence and is brave enough to take action. When I heard about the casting of new faces, I knew this can be my moment. I motivated myself to take the leap and grab this opportunity with both hands. Making this move is a conscious challenge to step out of my comfort zone and discover just how far I can push my limits. Although this is a completely new experience for me and I have no camera experience at all, I am approaching it with absolute dedication. I am eager to learn, ready to adapt, and determined to give it my absolute best. This step marks the beginning of a new chapter and the first step toward the new me. But it is also a way to bring joy to my younger self, honouring that little girl who secretly held onto a quiet dream of modelling all along.