Idris Elba announces new career direction, reveals plans to retire

Hollywood actor Idris Elba has announced that he plans to retire from acting. The actor, while speaking during a Q and A session at the Red Sea International Film Festival, revealed that he is considering a career diversion.

Although, Elba stressed the importance of acting to him, he noted that he feels drawn to a new career path. He further revealed that he plans to become a full-time director.

“I’m hoping my fan base isn’t mad at me, but eventually I want to be a full-time director. I’ve been acting for a long time, and I still love it, but directing lets me flex different muscles and be part of the set in a completely new way,” he stated.

Elba further revealed that he would like to make an impact on people’s lives, stating that he plans to before involved in philanthropy and activism.

“I don’t want to be a politician. But I want to educate myself so I can make real impact, especially with the activism and philanthropy work I’ve been involved in. I may study human science because understanding people is at the heart of everything,” he added.