Ryza didn’t shave her head for a prank, fashion statement, or personal life crisis —
she did it for her 2018 film .
She played Gela, a woman going through emotional pain, healing, and self-rediscovery after a failed relationship. The character was written to symbolically “let go” of the past — and the director wanted the moment to be real, raw, and irreversible.
So instead of using a bald cap or CGI…
👉 Ryza agreed to shave her actual hair on camera.
😳 It wasn’t planned months ahead
According to interviews, Ryza initially thought they would fake it.
But during filming, director asked if she was willing to truly do it to make the scene authentic.
She hesitated — then committed.
The scene was filmed in one take.
No wigs. No doubles. No second chances.
💠Why she said yes
Ryza explained she wanted to prove herself as a serious actress after moving from supporting/TV roles to deeper film work.
The head shave became:
- A symbol of emotional release (for the character)
- A career risk (for her image)
- A statement of dedication to acting
She even said she cried after the cameras stopped — not because she regretted it, but because the moment felt heavy and real.
🌟 What happened after
The decision actually boosted her reputation in the film industry.
People praised her for:
- bravery
- professionalism
- commitment to the craft
Instead of hurting her career, the drastic transformation helped her transition into more mature and dramatic roles.