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Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has voiced his criticism of certain movie producers and filmmakers, highlighting the issue of casting upcoming actors based on sentiment rather than merit.
Speaking at the Kogi Blazing Mic Talent Hunt in Lokoja, organized by Majesty International Academy in collaboration with Black Wall Street, Edochie expressed his concern about this trend in the industry.
Speaking at the Kogi Blazing Mic Talent Hunt in Lokoja, organized by Majesty International Academy in collaboration with Black Wall Street, Edochie expressed his concern about this trend in the industry.
Edochie argued that some producers contribute to the problem by providing misleading feedback to underperforming actors, instead of offering honest assessments.
He stressed the importance of truth in nurturing talent and shared a personal experience from 2005, where he faced rejection but used it as motivation for improvement.
He stressed the importance of truth in nurturing talent and shared a personal experience from 2005, where he faced rejection but used it as motivation for improvement.
The actor's comments shed light on the challenges within the entertainment industry, emphasizing the need for fairness, transparency, and constructive feedback in the casting and development of emerging talents.
“We lack exceptional actors today because some Nollywood producers and filmmakers have failed to be honest with upcoming talents,” said Edochie.
“I insist on being genuine in my work. In the past, I faced rejection and felt disheartened, but I worked hard to reach where I am today. Upcoming actors need to invest in self-improvement.”
Yul underscored the prevalence of dishonesty in the film industry, emphasizing that casting artists solely based on influence rather than performance is detrimental to Nollywood's growth.
He expressed concern about the impact of such practices on the overall quality of productions within the industry and went further by pledging to uphold high standards in his own productions.
He expressed concern about the impact of such practices on the overall quality of productions within the industry and went further by pledging to uphold high standards in his own productions.
“I’m strict about this job. If you don’t perform well, I won’t hesitate to replace you. We need to prioritize the best for our Nollywood industry. It’s unhealthy to feature underperforming artists due to influence. This practice must cease for our industry to compete globally,” Edochie emphasized.
Yul Edochie, however, encouraged young acts to identify their strengths as a key factor for success in the industry. This advice underscores the importance of self-awareness and leveraging individual strengths as aspiring talents navigate their careers in the competitive landscape of Nollywood.
Additionally, veteran actor Jide Kosoko, present at the event, described the Nollywood industry as the largest employer of labor in Nigeria.
Source: dailypost.ng
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