Meet Aislinn Evans, a Rising Star in Vertical Dramas – What to Know About Her

Aislinn Evans is capturing attention in a way few rising stars do — by redefining how audiences experience stories through vertical drama shorts, a format quickly transforming the landscape of entertainment.

Aislinn Evans is quickly becoming one of the standout names in the growing world of vertical dramas. Known for her performances as Beatrice in "Much Ado About Nothing" presented by Kelsey Grammer and as Phyllis McGuire in "Mafia Spies" on Paramount+, Evans combines dedication, charm, and undeniable stage presence in every project she takes on.

From Theatre to Vertical Dramas

With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from the Dominican University of California, she commands attention as a confident and energetic lead both on stage and on screen.

After finishing "Much Ado About Nothing," Evans was at a crossroads, contemplating her next career move. Just days before the production wrapped, she landed a role in "Sinful Attractions," her first step into the fast-growing vertical drama scene. Since then, she has appeared in nine vertical dramas and shows no signs of slowing down.

Evans views the vertical format as a game-changing development in the entertainment industry. "Everywhere I look as an actor, people are crying, 'Hollywood is dying! It's dead!' But it seems to me that every generation of Hollywood has said the same thing," she once shared.

"And yet, at every turning point, there's been an innovation that fueled the next generation of storytellers. I genuinely believe verticals are kickstarting the next wave of filmmaking," she added.

Fans can catch Evans on "The True Heiress's Perfect Revenge," "My Husband Regrets Divorcing Me," "My Billionaire Ever After," and "So Young So Perfect."

The Evolution of Storytelling Through Verticals

For Evans, vertical dramas are more than just a new trend — they represent a major innovation in how audiences consume stories. She believes the format offers consistent work opportunities in an industry where traditional projects are becoming scarce. Despite fewer films and TV series being produced, vertical dramas are meeting the growing demand for fast, engaging, and easily accessible content.

Viewers are drawn to familiar tropes that have also taken over BookTok: enemies to lovers, secret billionaires, and even werewolves. Many admit they get hooked by the cliffhangers, clickbait titles, and dramatic twists that define the genre.

However, Evans remains optimistic about the direction these short-form stories are heading. She's glad to see scripts slowly improving and veering away from the usual storylines, and she hopes that evolution continues.

Before finding her footing in acting, Evans had already explored a wide range of creative paths. She worked as a model, live host, and professional dancer, and even spent a short time as a live streamer.

Yet, when she began acting, she immediately knew it was her true calling. "I think maintaining that positivity is the hardest part in such a difficult industry, and I'm proud to have not let anything dim that sparkle," she said.

The Vertical Drama Experience

Just as the plot thickens, the episode cuts to a subscription prompt, encouraging viewers to pay a small fee to continue watching, and to gain access to a broader library of short-form dramas.

This unique model, paired with engaging storylines and addictive pacing, has created a new kind of viewing experience, one that Evans believes will shape the future of storytelling.