Casting agency FILM CASTING BG is conducting a series of interviews with people who have roles in "Lying Rhymes". Everyone is asked the same questions, and the answers are published unedited. Subscribe to the "Lying Rhymes" YOUTUBE channel, where you will be able to watch the series online – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMPCTqcf5dUdVy8y-FYayTQ Interview with Maria Boneva MIMS, who appears in "Lying Rhymes". 1. Tell us briefly about yourself. My name is Maria Boneva and I have been dancing professionally for more than 10 years. I have a dance studio in Stara Zagora where I teach and train my dancers: The Scary ShadowZzz or BiterZzz, depending on the style we present. We have appeared in numerous videos by famous performers and major events in Bulgaria and London. We are twice Bulgarian hip-hop champions, with many titles and awards, a memorable hip-hop show "Realii" staged several times on a large stage, two appearances in popular television formats, countless club performances and much more. For years, children and adults have trained at my studio with guaranteed quality and a lot of love for people. For me, harmony in our dance home comes first. I also organise workshops in different Bulgarian cities so more people can experience the magic of dance. I am endlessly grateful for people’s trust in me. 2. Was this your first audition, and did you think you would be selected? Yes, it was my first audition of this kind, and I had mixed feelings about whether I would succeed. I knew I wanted to be part of this project. 3. What do you think of paid auditions, and have you participated in any? Everyone has a head on their shoulders to judge where and how to try and whom to trust! We live in a world where everyone tries to make money even out of nothing, so you simply have to think and assess every situation. In this case, I think charging for this casting is justified, as it could be for any other casting in Bulgaria! 4. What do you think of the reports by "Lords of the Air" that tried to tarnish the series’ name, and what would you say to people who believe them? In my opinion, that show does not always provide reliable, accurate information. Yes, they have helped different people in different situations many times, but I have also often noticed words and video material being distorted in their favour. I think that when making this kind of report, the full material should be broadcast so there is no deception or manipulation, only truth! 5. What emotions did you experience during the audition and filming? The excitement at the casting came with a little tension and uncertainty about whether I could manage. As for filming, it was unique! Winning a leading role automatically became an enormous responsibility for me. I listened to the crew’s words and guidance to achieve the best result and make everyone happy with the final product. The excitement was enormous! These things do not happen every day and must be appreciated! 6. How would you describe the organisation of the casting campaign and filming of "Lying Rhymes"? In a production like this, with many different people, patience and understanding are always necessary. Anyone who has encountered this work knows it is not easy for everything always to go according to plan and exactly on time. Personally, I found everything wonderful. 7. Why do you think the same famous faces appear in most Bulgarian productions? Vested interests, personal gain. I could say a lot here, because I have often witnessed situations where interests are chosen over quality. If you are not someone’s connection or your connections are not strong enough, you have no chance! That is exactly why I am grateful to the series team for trusting me and giving me this unique opportunity that nobody gives unless you are somebody’s person! The trust placed in me, and in a leading role at that, means a lot! People who give new performers a chance deserve great respect! 8. In your experience, do you know many cases where Bulgarian producers give new, unproven faces a chance? I hardly know any. Perhaps that is exactly why everything about "Lying Rhymes" impressed me so much. They give precisely such new, unproven faces a chance to learn and prove they can do it, and I think the results are there to see! I would do the same. For me, giving someone a chance is much more beautiful! 9. Would you recommend the casting agency Film Casting BG, and why? Yes, because they know how to do their job and bring out your best qualities! They lift you up instead of humiliating you! Contact Mims Boneva here: https://www.facebook.com/maria.boneva.12327BiterZzz Twerk & Hip Hop: https://www.facebook.com/biterzzztwerkThe Scary ShadowZzz: https://www.facebook.com/The-Scary-ShadowZzz-Dance-Studio-Hip-Hop-562823677415357/ Look out for the first Bulgarian hip-hop series, "Lying Rhymes", in September 2018. The production is produced by Plovdiwood Ent. and Devil Cinema. You can apply for the new productions, the reality show "I’m Becoming a Star" and children’s and teen series "Talent Academy", at www.akademiazatalanti.com. These productions are produced by Exclusive Media Entertainment.