Paul Mescal is also working alongside rising star Melissa Barrera in a present-day reimagining of the opera 'Carmen'Here in Ireland, we are well acquainted with Paul Mescal’s charms, thanks to his acclaimed role in Sally Rooney’s Normal People. Industry bible Variety has just named the Emmy-nominee on its prestigious ‘10 Actors to Watch for 2020’ list. Read MoreRead MoreThose on the list include actors who are enjoying a “breakthrough year”, those in award-nominated projects and actors making their American film debuts. A bumper year for the star, Mescal has been cast opposite rising star Melissa Barrera in a present-day reimagining of the Georges Bizet opera Carmen as he takes on the lead role. He said he was “honoured to have been cast alongside Melissa, an actor I greatly admire”.

Source: Irish Independent November 17, 2020 14:05 UTC