In a recent interview, Nigerian actor Deyemi Okanlawon revealed how he handled a rather dismissive comment from a lady who claimed she doesn’t watch Nigerian movies.
The incident occurred when the fan expressed her lack of interest in Nollywood films but then requested a photograph with Deyemi.
In his response, Deyemi chose to match the lady’s energy by declining her request, saying, “I don’t take Nigerian photos.” His decision to decline the photograph was rooted in his belief that one should not disrespect his profession and the Nigerian film industry. The actor emphasized that he preferred to align his response with the energy he received.
Deyemi’s reaction received widespread support from his followers, who found the fan’s statement to be dismissive and disrespectful. Many took to social media to voice their agreement with the actor’s stance, highlighting the importance of respecting people’s professions and contributions.
Support poured in from various quarters, with many users expressing solidarity with Deyemi’s approach:
– iamyvonnejegede: “Oh yes, I give the same energy when I meet those ones at meet and greets, in cinemas most especially. Told one, ‘I don’t talk to Nigerians’ at ICM.”
– olusojitobiloba: “Buh for real uncle Deyemi, I don’t do Nigerian movies except it featuring my fav: FUNKE.”
– ft_oh: “That statement is not even a flex they think it is. It’s giving slave mentality. Sorry you don’t watch Nollywood movies, as per King Charles. Ptshewwww.”
– dessy3.5: “Deyemi is actually a sweetheart, he was so nice when I met him.”
– imusttestify:“Those small small vengeance, na for earth here we dev run am, immediately.”
– nittynita: “The way I prefer Nollywood movies to Hollywood is cr*zy. If there’s no new Nollywood movie on Netflix, it feels like there’s no good shows on & I’d mostly just switch to YouTube.”
– etyarts: “I watch cinematic Nigerian films… I don’t watch that thin on African magic epic.”
– chinyereugwulali: “I must sha take a picture with you when I meet you o!”
– kingeminent: “Even if you no like Nigerian movies, you no go like All is fair in love ke.”
Deyemi Okanlawon’s witty response to the fan’s comment has sparked a conversation about respect and appreciation for Nigerian cinema.
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