Brazilian actors discuss work-life balance and identity

Brazilian actors Lucas Leto and Bruna Marquezine have shared reflections on the challenges of separating professional identity from personal life.

In the Globo telenovela “Por Você”, Lucas Leto portrays Vitor, a medical resident who pushes himself to physical and mental limits to advance his career. Leto noted that the character reflects a generational pressure to achieve significant milestones before age 30, highlighting the risks of extreme professional dedication.

Actress Bruna Marquezine also discussed her evolving relationship with her career. Having worked in television and cinema since childhood, Marquezine stated that she is now prioritizing her identity outside of her professional life, noting that who she is without work has become as important to her as her career.