Entertainment of Sunday, 17 September 2023
Source: www.mynigeria.com
The new young faces of Nollywood: Screen gods and goddesses taking over
These young talents are making waves in the movie industry
Nollywood, Nigeria's thriving film industry, has come a long way since its inception in the early 1990s. Over the years, it has not only grown in size but has also evolved in terms of quality, storytelling, and international recognition.
While established stars like Ruth Kadiri, Destiny Etiko, Funke Akindele, Chidi Mokeme, Alex Ekubo, and Richard Mofe-Damijo continue to shine, a fresh wave of talent has emerged, heralding a new era in Nollywood.
The new faces of Nollywood are not only incredibly talented but also passionate about elevating the industry to new heights. They bring fresh perspectives, diverse storytelling, and a commitment to quality that is driving Nollywood's global recognition.
As these rising stars continue to shine, Nollywood's future looks brighter than ever, and it's evident that African cinema has a promising journey ahead, thanks to these talented individuals who are redefining the face of Nollywood.
In this article, we explore the new faces of Nollywood who are redefining the industry and taking it to new heights.
Chide Dike
Chide Dike is a 33-year-old fast-rising Nollywood actor and model. He has a Degree in Theatre Arts and performed a lot in drama clubs during his time in the university. Today, his passion has led him to the big screens and his talent is being enjoyed all over the world.
Eronini Osinachim
Eronini is a Nigerian Digital Creator and model who had his big acting break on the movie, 'Mannerless'. Many people loved his acting and just within a short period, he grew a large fan base, and has been connected to so many acting opportunities. He attended the University of Lagos.
Stefania Bassey
Nigerian-Italian born model, Stefania is also one of the really talented actresses to look out for. The 28-year-old has impressed many Nollywood movie lovers with her impeccable acting skills.
Natse Jemide
Natse had his big break in Nollywood in Netflix series 'Far From Home'
He acted well and had so much charisma. Although it was his first role, his performance has earned him a place on this list.
Mike Afolarin
Mike rose into the limelight for his role as Chikodi in the Emamode Edosio – ‘Kasala’ (2018).
His fan base grew even larger after acting incredibly well with his role in Netflix’s series, Far From Home.
In two years, he has been featured in blockbuster films like Soole (2022), Your Excellency (2019), Inspector K (2020), and more.
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