Paul Anthony Kelly eyes next major role after 'Love Story' success

Paul Anthony Kelly is seemingly ready to shake things up with his next role, and he is aiming for the dark side.

Following the success of Love Story, the actor revealed in a new chat with PEOPLE Magazine that he is eager to take on a completely different kind of character moving forward.

“I really want to play a villain,” Kelly said during an appearance at Disney’s Toast to Television event on April 27.

Known for portraying more grounded roles, including a character inspired by the late son of John F. Kennedy, Kelly admitted that he is looking to explore new creative territory.

Speaking of what is next for the acting sensation, he teased that something exciting is already in the works.

“I just signed on to something that I’m very excited about,” he shared, though he remained tight-lipped on the details.

“I can’t say anything yet,” he remarked in conclusion.