Nollywood actress Oluwakemi Motunrayo has said how her mother was worried when she told her about her desire to become an actress.
When I told my parents about my intention to join the movie industry, my mum was initially not in support of my decision, she began;
“She was worried about the wild rumours and scandals around actresses. She was also scared about the issue of sex in exchange for movie roles. Thankfully, my mum did a good job of raising me and my case was different. She is always happy and proud anytime she watches my movies.”
Continuing, Motunrayo said she has a passion for acting,
“I really have a passion for it, having experienced both good and bad. But I will never quit because of the passion I have for acting.”
The thespian, a native of Owo, Ondo State, who started her movie career in 2008 explained that her tempestuous trajectory has continued to strengthen her in the industry.
“I joined the movie industry in 2008 through Afeez Owo Group (Double A Entertainment). I am equally a producer, having produced four lovely movies: Rinsola Oloko Meta,Eleda, Elegbenla and Atunida. Essentially, I have learnt a lot of lessons in the industry,” she added.
Oluwakemi, a graduate of Business Administration, recalled how she managed to overcome sexual advances from colleagues in the movie sector, saying;
“Getting into the movie industry was not a walk in the park for me. I got a lot of advances from actors and directors that offered roles in exchange for sex, but God gave me wisdom to outsmart them.
“When I first came into the industry in 2009, the competition between actresses was much but I thank God I am still alive and doing well for myself.”
She added,
“I think the most challenging aspect of being an actress is the way people perceive us. The untrue assumptions are quite disturbing. Some people classify actresses as runs girls (prostitutes) in disguise and I think it is not appropriate to have such thoughts. For instance, I just bought a new SUV and some people were quick to say it was my sugar daddy that bought it for me.”
