If you’re thinking of joining the entertainment industry, be warned: it can be incredibly tough. The Queen actress Rami Chuene has been in the industry for ages and knows a few things about the struggles actors face. And while the flashy lights and fame it brings may make it a dream job for many, Rami shared a hectic thread recently on the downside to it all.
She spoke of a time when she was booked for a campaign, but fell sick. She feared the worst when the client was told she would not be able to work, but the client was understanding and told her to rest until she was strong enough to fulfil her obligations. She returned eight days later and worked hard. When it was time to get paid, she earned her full fee and the crew was paid overtime and extra days for the time they waited for her.
“To this day I ask myself who was this client on the other side of the phone who was crazy enough to lose money so he puts me and my health first. When I meet k*k people who think of their budget first, I remember the Cape Town client.
“At times we don’t set out to disappoint you by missing shows or appearances, but we get disrespected, undervalued and unpaid. You know how they won’t let you take a product from a shop without paying for it? Exactly. Same thing.
Are you sure you are sick? Is it your funeral?
Funerals? The only funeral you’re allowed or guaranteed to miss work for, is your own. #SHOWMUSTGOON
— Rami Chuene🌈🏳️🌈 (@ramichuene) September 20, 2019
We can replace you like this! #SHOWMUSTGOON pic.twitter.com/ON7h1gGh1R
— Rami Chuene🌈🏳️🌈 (@ramichuene) September 20, 2019
How dare you tell us about actors rights! You’re fired, you’ll never work in this industry ever again! #SHOWMUSTGOON
— Rami Chuene🌈🏳️🌈 (@ramichuene) September 20, 2019
You’ve gained weight, lose it!
You lost too much, add a bit on!
We can’t be wasting budget on your fluctuating body #SHOWMUSTGOON
— Rami Chuene🌈🏳️🌈 (@ramichuene) September 20, 2019
In other news – Banks to shut down on Friday
THE finance union SASBO has warned the people of Mzansi to have enough cash on them. Over 50 000 workers in the banking sector will go on strike, retrenchment in the industry.
BUSA said in a statement that: “Please be advised that we have responded clearly and unequivocally indicating that our planned action of 27 September 2019 will continue as scheduled”. Read more
Source: Timeslive
