Still high from the success of her movie “The Flyer”, bubbly Kim Engelbrecht writes to us about her current projects. She tells us that she didn’t always want o act; in fact, she wanted to become a sports coach when she was young. And the vivacious actress certainly has lots of energy!
Kim began her television career at 12 when she starred as a cripple Sudanese girl in the Italian film “Sarahsara”. She later landed a role as a presenter on Craz-E, then hosted the educational SABC programme “Take 5”. Kim ventured into acting, and currently plays the controversial character Lolly in “Isidingo”.
She also writes and performs comedy for the “Pure Monate Show”. Her passion is comedy (her role models are Ellen Degeneres and Will Ferell) and she provides a funny and unique interview for our readers. Read on to get the skinny on the unstoppable talent that is Kim Engelbrecht.
What is your full name (and we mean full name)?
Kim Suzanne Engelbrecht
Date of birth?
20 June 1980
Where were you born and raised?
Belhar, Cape Town
Which schools did you attend?
Valhalla Primary School, Elsies River and Belhar Senior Secondary School
Where are you based right now (which place do you call home)?
Joburg
How would you describe your personality?
I am a typical Gemini – sometimes a gem, other times a naai!
Have you always wanted to act?
Yes.
What were your ambitions/ career goals while you were growing up?
I wanted to be a fitness trainer for a soccer team and travel the world…or any other ball sport for that matter.
Briefly describe your road to fame. Where exactly did your television career begin, and how did you get to where you are today?
I did my first film when I was 12, ”Sarahsara”, and got to go to Italy. I worked on “Craz-e” (etv) when I was 18, then moved to Joburg to do “Take 5” at 19. And at 21, started doing “Isidingo”.
Have you worked with many celebs, and if so, with whom?
International – no.
Are there any local/international artists that you aspire to be like or to imitate?
Yes – comedians: Ellen Degeneres and Will Ferell.
Tell us about your last film, the critically acclaimed The Flyer. Did you enjoy working on it?
It was great working on a film, ‘cause it is forever…film is a collector’s item.
How was the chemistry between the two characters, Kier and Mickey?
The characters had chemistry, but not my type in reality.
What were the challenges you faced on the set, if any?
Not to over-act – film is more subtle. As coloureds, we love going overboard when it comes to performances.
What projects are you working on right now?
Just comedy.
When you’re not shooting for “Isidingo”, what do you enjoy doing?
I am thinking about…what next!
Which are your favourite places to hang out?
Markets.
If you could star in a movie with any actor, who would it be?
Will Ferell.
Give us your opinion on the South African film and television industry. Likes/ dislikes?
Its growing but needs a full-time nurse.
Are there any projects in the pipeline?
A book and maybe my own brand of curtain hooks.
What do you think of the website Bruinou.com, and its concept?
Great. Now we just need a decent political party…We are the chosen race.
And some final words of wisdom from the talented actress:
YOU ARE WHO YOU ARE AND YOU DO WHAT YOU DO BUT YOU WILL BE WHAT YOU ARE MEANT TO BE…
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