Singer. Actress. Trailblazer. Lisa Mishra is ready to dazzle audiences in an all-new avatar as she takes on the role of Niki in the much-anticipated high-society drama series, The Royals. Known for her soulful voice and magnetic screen presence, Lisa is now stepping into a world dripping with glamour, secrets, and simmering tension. But her journey to the screen was anything but effortless.
In a candid revelation, Lisa peeled back the curtain on the audition process that nearly broke her—and ultimately built her into Niki.
“It was a long casting journey,” she admitted. “I had to really push myself out of my comfort zone. The character of Niki is layered, stylish, and emotionally complex. I remember going through multiple rounds of auditions, each one different than the last. But I think the team saw something in me, a version of Niki that felt real. It wasn’t easy, but it was worth it.”
And it wasn’t just a few quick read-throughs. Lisa endured a rigorous audition gauntlet that challenged her emotional depth, on-screen range, and sheer willpower. Each round demanded a new dimension—more vulnerability, more edge, more Niki. In the end, her transformation was undeniable.
Sources close to the production reveal that the competition for the role was fierce, with numerous accomplished actors vying for the coveted part. Yet it was Lisa’s innate charisma and ability to breathe authenticity into the character that set her apart.
With The Royals, Lisa Mishra is poised to redefine her artistic identity, proving she's not just a powerhouse vocalist but a formidable actress in her own right. As she steps into a world of elite intrigue and emotional undercurrents, fans are in for a thrilling ride—and a captivating new side of Lisa they've never seen before.