Stars of the Konkanni Stage : Ms. Janet Nunes e Almeida.
By Wellington Dias.

During a brief chat with Janet (married to Philip Almeida from Navelim-Mandopa) during her recent visit to Kuwait (to act in Rafael de Majorda’s drama “Hanv Nokho Zalom”, in April, 2002), She, at first, profiled her career, initially, acting in School, thereafter, in Menin de  Bandar’s khells and first acting professionally in Peter de Benaulim’s drama “Ghulam” in the main role. Being requested to play a comedy role in her forthcoming drama, Janet mentioned that She was quite well accepted in this role, thereby,
prompting her to stick to comedy roles but stated that She can play any type of role.

Janet had to say that the Goan people in Kuwait may not recognize her, but stated that her voice would surely be recognized by many, on account of it being heard on various audio tapes.

Acting in more than 20-dramas to date of various directors, which include Menin de Bandar, Peter de Benaulim, C. D’Silva, Wilmix Sharon, Roseferns, Joe Rose, Meena, Philip Almeida,  Patrick Dourado, Mario de Vasco, etc., Janet singled out her performance in Roseferns’ drama “Gundda” as her best, due to it being her maiden performance in a comedy role and also being well accepted by the audience in the same.

She mentioned about her acting at Kala Academy’s tiatr competition and presently

acting in Mario de Vasco’s drama “Hanv Tuka Bhas Dita”.

About her future plans, She mentioned about wanting to blend her own path to success and someday emulate her idol, Platilda Dias.


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