Connor Storrie may be winning over the public now, but April X Director Michel K. Parandi says he saw its potential long before Heated rivalry made him famous.
The director recently shared that he was impressed with Storrie from the moment they worked together on April
In fact, he even remembers telling people that the young actor would one day become a movie star.
Storrie stars alongside Lilly Krug in the upcoming film, which follows twins Bax and April in a dark future world.
When April disappears, Bax begins searching for her, but the journey slowly brings him to a breaking point.
Parandi shared that there was something about Storrie’s talent and screen presence that immediately stood out.
Even before the actor gained a large following, the director believed he had what it took to become a major star.
That prediction now appears to be coming true.
Storrie’s role as Ilya Rozanov on Heat Rivalry has brought him widespread attention and helped make him one of the most talked-about young actors on television.
Parandi added that he is excited to see the actor get the recognition he deserves and feels his recent success only confirms what he believed all along.
April X It is set to open this year’s Raindance Film Festival in London before hitting cinemas in late 2026.
As Storrie’s popularity continues to grow, there are now more eyes on the film.
