> At a Glance
> – Miley Cyrus says she’d return to acting “if the script or character was right”
> – She received a film-festival award for her Avatar: Fire and Ash song Dream As One
> – Cyrus traded her brunette locks for blonde Hannah Montana bangs ahead of the show’s 20th anniversary
> – Why it matters: Fans may finally see her back on screen and get a nostalgic celebration of the Disney era
Miley Cyrus walked the Jan. 3 Palm Springs International Film Festival red carpet with two things on her mind: a possible acting comeback and the upcoming Hannah Montana milestone.
Acting Return on Her Terms
Nearly six years after her Black Mirror turn, Cyrus told Entertainment Tonight she’s open to scripts again.
> “If the opportunity or the script or the character was right or designed in a way that it would make sense, I’m totally there.”
The 33-year-old singer made the comments while accepting the Outstanding Artistic Achievement award for Dream As One, her contribution to the Avatar franchise.
Golden Globes Nod and New Music
Cyrus is also up for a 2026 Golden Globe thanks to the same track.
> “Everything that I could have dreamed is a reality and so everyday I’m grateful.”
Hannah Montana 20-Year Celebration
To mark the March anniversary, Cyrus unveiled a blonde chop with the character’s signature bangs.
- Ditched her familiar brunette waves
- Channels the Disney-era hairstyle
- Hasn’t detailed exact plans yet
No Reboot, Just Respect
Asked about recasting Hannah for a reboot, Cyrus told Billboard:
> “This is the only Hannah.”
Instead, she wants the milestone to honor the shared growth between her and the fans who literally grew up alongside her.
Key Takeaways
- Cyrus will consider acting roles that fit her creative standards
- Her Avatar song just earned both a festival trophy and a Golden Globe nomination
- A Hannah Montana 20th-anniversary project is brewing, but not a reboot
- Cyrus sees the celebration as a tribute to the long-standing bond with her audience
With new music accolades and nostalgic vibes ahead, 2025 is shaping up to be another multi-platform year for the pop star.
