…Fame is new to me, I’ll search mentorship
By Efe Onodjae
Winner of the just-concluded Large Brother Naija Season 10, Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly generally known as Imisi, has expressed her need to work with award-winning actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, describing her as a mentor and inspiration in Nollywood.
Imisi acknowledged this whereas talking to journalists shortly after receiving her N150 million grand prize and a automotive on the presentation ceremony in Lagos.
Based on the 23-year-old actuality star, her participation within the Large Brother home helped showcase her performing expertise, additional igniting her ardour for the film trade.
“I believe folks noticed loads of my performing abilities in the home. Even housemates mentioned I’m a terrific actress. I’m prepared for extra,” she mentioned.
Talking about her post-show plans, Imisi added:
“Sure, Funke Akindele is my primary mentor. I hope to work together with her sometime. Additionally, Bimbo Ademoye and Bolaji Ogunmola encourage me loads.”
The fact TV star, who described her victory as overwhelming, mentioned she’s nonetheless in shock and grateful for the love and help from her followers throughout the nation.
When requested about claims that regional elements influenced her win, Imisi mentioned, “Possibly. I believe Yoruba individuals are very supportive of their very own, so sure, which may have helped.”
She, nevertheless, emphasised that her authenticity and vulnerability had been what endeared her to the viewers. “I used to be simply being myself. I don’t assume it was a technique. I used to be solely dwelling my reality,” she famous.
Reflecting on her journey, Imisi expressed gratitude to her Celestial Church neighborhood for his or her prayers and help, including that she hopes to make use of her new platform to develop within the leisure trade. “Fame is new to me. I’ll search mentorship, study, and be intentional. I need to maintain evolving,” she mentioned. In the meantime, the highlights of the present are nonetheless obtainable on Showmax for binge.
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