Pedrinho Mello, also known as “Pedro Mello”, is a talented artist from Rio who is conquering the stages. Born on August 15, 2005, in Rio de Janeiro, Pedro is an actor, voice actor and model on the rise. With his charismatic personality, he captivates audiences with his extroversion and commitment to life. From the age of 10, Pedro immersed himself in the world of theater, developing his skills and passion for the art.
Recently, Pedro Mello has been directing his energy towards musical theatre, where he showcases his talent not only as an actor, but also as a singer and dancer. His versatility and love of music push him to explore new ways to express himself on stage. With his determination and dedication, Pedro is making his way in the world of entertainment, leaving his mark on the art scene in Rio and beyond.
How was your experience playing the protagonist Benjamin in the telenovela “Apocalypse”? What were the challenges and rewards of this role?
It was a sensational experience! I was very happy to play the protagonist, after all, the first protagonist we never forget. I went through several auditions to get the part and it was an achievement. The biggest challenge was shooting the drowning scene, in which Benjamin is drowned by Ricardo. We filmed this scene at sea in Mangaratiba.
The reward was being able to act with “my family”, these incredible talents of television drama: Lucinha Lins / Lia Aisen (grandmother), Joana Fom / Teresa Santero (housekeeper), Flávia Monteiro / Sabrina Santero (nanny), Mônica Torres / Susana Aisen ( mother), Lizandra Souto / Estela Aisen (aunt) and the late Eduardo Galvão / Alan Gudman (father). He was a gift and a great learning experience.
Tell us a little about your participation in the telenovela “Belaventura”. What was it like bringing the character of Cedric to life as a child and what impact did it have on your career?
It was a brief appearance, in a flashback revealing a big secret of Cedric as a child. Even if it’s a small role, every character has a positive impact on my career.
How was playing Pedael Junior in the telenovela “A Terra Prometida”? What did this character represent to you and how did he stand out in your artistic career?
It was my first participation in a biblical soap opera and I enjoyed every detail: sets, costumes and the fact of playing the son of Nezia / Juliana Kelling and Pedael / Ernani Moraes was wonderful.
You had the opportunity to participate in Globo’s “A Cara do Pai” program in 2016. How was the experience of being part of this project and working with the team?
Fun is guaranteed! Hassum is sensational. I participated in the talent show with other really cool child actors.
Recently, you starred in Luccas Neto’s movie “Campamento de Férias 4” for Netflix. What was it like to be part of this project and what was the importance of this film for your career?
Being part of this project was an incredible opportunity that came to me. I had to be emancipated in order to record the film. Filming took place at Gamela, an amazing place for a film set, and it was a perfect, fun day. Luccas, the cast and the entire crew received me with great affection.
Currently, you are showing the play “Wandinha” at Teatro dos Grandes Atores, in Barra da Tijuca. How has this experience been and what can the public expect from this production?
This experience has been a real success. The play is fun and interactive, with lots of music and surprises. Children love to go on stage to dance with the character “Wandinha”.
His next audiovisual work is the film “1,2,3 Testando”, scheduled for release in the second half of the year. Can you tell us a little about the film and the character of Johnny you play?
In the film, I play the character Johnny, who is assistant director and faithful squire to Marreco. The film is directed by Luan Moreno, with a script and preparation by Cristina Bethencourt, one of Rede Globo’s best-known casting coaches, and is produced by Cintra Produções.
In addition to acting, you are also dedicated to voice acting. How has the experience been voicing characters like Chris in “Osbournes Want to Believe” and Nicolino in “The Miracle”? What are the challenges and rewards of this job?
It has been an amazing experience voicing characters like Chris in “Osbournes Want to Believe” and Nicolino in “The Miracle”. The challenges of this job are always being ready for different voices and being able to fit in and interpret the character well. It is very rewarding to work on such incredible and diverse productions.
In 2019, you participated in the reality show “Chopped Junior” on Food Network, playing the character Nathan. What was it like to participate in this program and how did the experience contribute to your development as an actor?
It was a really cool experience dubbing a reality show, and I was hoping my character would move on to the next stages. Dubbing a reality show is pretty cool, you keep rooting for your character to move on to the next steps.
We’d like to hear more about your passion for musical theater. How did this interest come about, and how do you balance your career as an actor, voice actor and model with musical theatre?
I have a passion for musical theater. This passion arose when I was invited by Fazart Produções to join the cast of “Camp Rock 2” and, since then, I haven’t stopped. I participated in productions such as “Glee” and “Cinderella”. I’m currently rehearsing for a new play that we’re opening in July. Musical theater is challenging as it involves singing, dancing and acting, and that fascinated me. Reconciling my career as an actor, voice actor and model with musical theater has been possible because I do everything with love, and when you do something with passion, it’s easier to reconcile activities. The play “1,2,3 Testando” tells the story of a big casting test that will take place in the city, directed by Marreco, a director who has just arrived from Los Angeles. However, he is extremely authoritative,
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