…Fame is new to me, I’ll search mentorship
By Efe Onodjae
Winner of the just-concluded Massive Brother Naija Season 10, Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly referred to as Imisi, has expressed her want to work with award-winning actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, describing her as a mentor and inspiration in Nollywood.
Imisi said this whereas talking to journalists shortly after receiving her N150 million grand prize and a automotive on the presentation ceremony in Lagos.
In response to the 23-year-old actuality star, her participation within the Massive Brother home helped showcase her appearing expertise, additional igniting her ardour for the film business.
“I believe folks noticed a whole lot of my appearing expertise in the home. Even housemates mentioned I’m an incredible 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 rather a lot.”
The truth TV star, who described her victory as overwhelming, mentioned she’s nonetheless in shock and grateful for the love and assist from her followers throughout the nation.
When requested about claims that regional elements influenced her win, Imisi mentioned, “Perhaps. I believe Yoruba persons are very supportive of their very own, so sure, that may have helped.”
She, nevertheless, emphasised that her authenticity and vulnerability have been what endeared her to the viewers. “I used to be simply being myself. I don’t suppose it was a technique. I used to be solely residing my fact,” she famous.
Reflecting on her journey, Imisi expressed gratitude to her Celestial Church neighborhood for his or her prayers and assist, including that she hopes to make use of her new platform to develop within the leisure business. “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 out there on Showmax for binge.
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