The Weeknd was inspired by ‘Dracula’ for ‘Idol’

Singer Abel Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd, was inspired by “Dracula” to portray his character on the series “Idol” (HBO), in which he debuts his first major role on the small screen, in addition to being its co-star. creator alongside Sam Levinson (“Euphoria”) and Amy Seimetz.

At the press conference in Cannes Film Festivalwhere the first two episodes of this graphic-heavy drama about fame and the music industry premiered, Tesfaye said his closest reference for Tedros, the villain he plays, is “Dracula.”

“Have I met someone similar tedros (in the music industry)? Damn (sic), I don’t think so. I feel happy,” added the “Blinding Lights” and “Starboy” singer.

For his part, Levinson shared that he “click” The end of the character happened in Tesfaye’s closet, as they looked at the clothes, and wondered what would happen to someone with The Weeknd’s dreams but without his talent.

The series that received a standing ovation last night 5 minutes to the Grand Theater Lumière, left no one indifferent on the Croisette, fulfilling all the promises of a dirty and stormy story about fame and the music industry.

In addition to participating in its creation, Tesfaye stars alongside Lily-Rose Depp and It has a cast packed with television and music stars.

“Idol” deals with the complicated relationship between a a manipulative self-help guru and a nightclub owner, played by Tesfaye, and a rising pop idol (Lily-Rose Depp) with big problems.

The production preceded by several controversies related to explicit and sexual content, with accusations of a toxic environment on the set, something the crew vehemently denied at Cannes.

Its development also followed a rocky path, with excellent creative reviews and expensive dubbing, according to the American press.