ICYMI: Bela Padilla recently shared her excitement as she *officially* embarks on a new chapter in her life: going back to school! The 31-year-old revealed that she had enrolled at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London to pursue her passion for filmmaking.
“Haven’t felt this nervous in a while,” she wrote on Instagram.
Bela’s decision to return to school might come as a surprise for some, especially given her already illustrious career in the entertainment industry. However, she has long been an advocate for self-improvement, and it’s her ultimate *dream* to become a filmmaker!
In her own words, she has always stressed the importance of continuous education, even when one has achieved their ~dream job.~
"Every time I was invited to do talks in Manila, for students, whether they were interested in filmmaking or I was invited for something else, I always made sure to advocate [for] studying non-stop," Bela shared in her Instagram post. "I honestly believe that even when you're already hired for your dream job, you should always find ways to keep on learning.
“So here I am, happily taking my own advice. From buying books on new acting techniques and taking online courses, to finally setting foot in my dream school.”
ICYDK, she even attended this year's Cannes Film Festival (where she met Song Joong Ki, btw) to learn more about filmmaking. We’re so happy for you, Bela!
