Caio Mutai on Vampire Roles, Asian Representation, and Career Plans

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Brazilian actor Caio Mutai stars as the vampire Yukun in the gothic film "Furnas Fundas," now in theaters since September 17, while his other project "AYÔ" screens at festivals in Berlin and New York. Mutai built Yukun through physical preparation and improvisation, suggesting a punk-rock hairstyle on set. He discusses managing the long wait between filming and release, saying he tries to move on to new work despite remaining anxious. The actor also revealed he lost his first TV role in 2015 for being Asian, and advocates for Asian representation. He plans new audiovisual projects and a musical theater return in 2027.


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