Nigerian actor Uzor Arukwe has responded to criticisms regarding his role in the recently released YouTube film 'Love in Every Word'.

The movie portrays themes of love, responsibility, and financial commitment in relationships, captivating the female audience, with many expressing their appreciation for the role and depiction.

However, some male viewers have taken issue with its depiction of men, leading to a heated debate on social media.

Some critics of the movie believe that the portrayal of Arukwe's character, a generous, loving 'Odoguwu who fights for and spends money on his woman' does' not align with reality.

An X user addressed the actor, telling him that his portrayal of Anambra men as 'simps', 'people who try too hard to do what other people want, especially in a romantic relationship, is wrong.

"Anambra men are not simps. Your movie is liked only by ladies who have always had the illusion of an odogwu that’ll spend his last dime on them," said the X user.

In response, Arukwe dismissed the claim, explaining that, "Taking care of your woman and spending money on her doesn’t make you a simp. It only makes you a responsible man. How else do you show love to your partner if you can’t take care of their needs from the abundance of your wealth?"

Many applauded Arukwe’s stance, while others argue that financial provision should not define love or masculinity.

Here are some reactions from social media users.

- I knew that movie will really get so many people who treats their partners badly triggered.

- The movie triggered a lot of broke badly raised irresponsible men

- Stingy men never rest since this movie came out

- Odogwu has spoken! Someone said the rest are still asking what do you bring to the table

- In the Movie, Odogwu parara wasn't just a spender. He was a Good listener, he was intentional, he communicated his feelings, he was romantic, he was reachable. So those of you men, who are triggered by his spending,biko OPEN YOUR EYES TO LEARN OTHER THINGS WHICH ODOGWU did. Which most of you don't do these in relationships,