Arnas Ašmonas, a Lithuanian actor, shares that the idea of growing a beard came to him unexpectedly. He had disliked shaving and found it difficult to shave with blades, so he had been keeping his beard short using a machine. After a quieter period in his career, he decided to grow out his beard further, especially since he currently has no roles that require him to maintain a clean-shaven look. A visit to his barber led to the suggestion of enhancing the beard's appearance, which prompted him to embrace this change in his image.

His decision has garnered attention not just from his audience but also from his family and girlfriend, actress Gabija Staniulytė, who has been supportive of his new look. Arnas mentions that Gabija is particularly fond of his new beard, and her approval adds to his own enjoyment of the change. Furthermore, the influence seems to run in his family as his father also wore a beard throughout his life, thereby creating a familial connection to this new phase of Arnas's personal style.

This shift in appearance comes at a time when Arnas is not engaged in any theatrical roles that display his work, marking a personal exploration in his identity. The embrace of his beard reflects a broader theme of personal expression and the supportive dynamics in relationships, demonstrating how family and romantic partners can shape individual choices in self-presentation.