Olesya Rulin is best known for playing Kelsi, the student composer and pianist from all three High School Musical movies. Before making it big with the East High crowd, UltimateDisney.com: Kelsi's role has grown as the franchise goes along. It probably goes without saying that no one expected High School Musical's immense popularity but did you expect that your character would play so large a role in it?
Olesya Rulin: Playing Kelsi was a blast but I had no idea that she would become so popular in the film.
How do you compare the experience of making a television movie to that of making a major theatrical film?
I think the differences were slight for us In the movies, Kelsi sings, writes music, and plays piano. We hear you sing in the movie, but are you otherwise musically inclined off the set?
No, I don't play any instruments but I would love to one day.
Kelsi has a distinctive fashion sense. How does it compare to your own?
Kelsi mixes things up and adds an artistic flare to her outfits, which I do as well. I'm more of a classical girl and love the simplicity of a white t-shirt, jeans, and heels. I also love wearing dresses and would if I could every day.
You're starring in Flying By this year alongside Heather Locklear and fellow Disney Channel stars Billy Ray Cyrus and Judith Hoag. What can you tell us about that project?
The film is about a family who is going through a growing process together. My dad (Billy) decides that he is going to go forth and chase his dream of being in a band while my mom struggles with the reality of his choices. I'm the supportive daughter that encourages her father in his path of discovery.
Before the first High School Musical, you co-starred with Lucas Grabeel in Halloweentown High (his first role). You've now made four movies together. Did the two of you get to know each other much on the Halloweentown set?
Lucas and I have known each other for 4 and a half years now which seems crazy. He is such a wonderful actor and a great friend. I love working with him because on our off days he always has something creative going on like making a short film. Have you been to Disney World to see the live High School Musical show there?
Yes, I have and it was so fun.
What can you tell us about High School Musical 3's DVD and Blu-ray release?
The bloopers and behind the scenes should be great... we had a good time and goofed off and now we can share them with you.
Are you involved in any of the bonus features?
Yes, the interviews and bloopers as well as behind the scenes. |
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