Saleka Night Shyamalan Shares Details On How Taylor Swift Inspired Her Mindset In Psychological Thriller Trap

As a devoted fan of both M. Night Shyamalan and Taylor Swift, I am absolutely thrilled about Saleka Night Shyamalan‘s debut role in Trap. The way she drew inspiration from Taylor Swift’s powerful presence and magnetic stage presence as a pop star is truly inspiring. Saleka’s journey to embody the character of Lady Raven, the pop sensation in Trap, is a testament to her dedication and admiration for artists like Taylor Swift who command the stage with confidence.


M. Night Shyamalan’s daughter, Saleka Night Shyamalan, draws inspiration from Taylor Swift’s strong and independent demeanor for her role in the upcoming psychological thriller “Trap.” In this film, she portrays a pop star character, with her father directing. The movie is scheduled to hit theaters nationwide on August 2, 2024.

Taylor Swift inspired Saleka Night Shyamalan’s pop star role in Trap

In her first role as a psychological thriller actress, Saleka Night Shyamalan was motivated by Taylor Swift’s captivating stage presence during concerts. At the July 24 premiere of Trap in New York City’s Alice Tully Hall, Swift shared with People magazine how she prepared for this acting part.

At the pop concert in “Trap,” Josh Hartnett portrays a complex character: a father and a serial killer. Accompanied by his teenage daughter, Ariel Donoghue, they attend the event with the intent of seeing Lady Raven, played by Saleka, perform. Unbeknownst to them, this seems like an ordinary outing, but it’s actually a ruse orchestrated by the law enforcement to apprehend Hartnett’s character.

Saleka emphasized Taylor Swift’s status as a formidable entrepreneur, expressing her as a commanding figure and executive in both music and business realms. She viewed Swift as a role model who had achieved great success and influence, deserving of admiration not only as an entertainer but also as a source of inspiration for others.

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Saleka Night Shyamalan’s new album for Trap arrives soon

To get ready for portraying Lady Raven in the Trap production, Saleka shared that she spent time watching numerous videos of Rosalía and Billie Eilish performing live. She sought inspiration from prominent artists of this era to learn how they exuded stage presence with assurance. Given her introverted and timid disposition, Saleka acknowledged it might have been challenging for her to perform with self-assurance. To help overcome this hurdle, she drew motivation from these artists while assuming the character of Lady Raven.

Before the release date, Saleka shared on social media that her new album, Lady Raven, featuring 14 original tracks inspired by Trap genre, would be available starting August 2nd. She expressed gratitude towards Amaarae, Russ, and Kid Cudi, who have influenced her musically. Her post read, “I still find it hard to believe, but I’ve been blessed beyond measure to collaborate with three artists whose music has deeply resonated with me.”

As a movie enthusiast with a soft spot for thrillers and suspenseful stories, I’m particularly intrigued by the upcoming release of “Trap” from Warner Bros. Pictures. Having grown up watching M. Night Shyamalan’s films, I’ve come to appreciate his unique storytelling style and knack for keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.

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2024-07-25 11:38