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Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has sparked reactions on social media after humorously responding to a fan who urged him not to abandon his popular villain roles in movies.
The actor, who has built a reputation for his ability to portray complex and sometimes intimidating characters, made the playful remark following a post by an X user identified as S.E.R.E.N.I.T.Y.
The fan had expressed admiration for Deyemi's performances as antagonists, describing him as an actor who was particularly convincing whenever he played the role of a bad person.
According to the fan, she enjoyed watching him portray wicked characters and preferred such performances to his appearances as a good or romantic character.
She wrote: “Deyemi was made for villain roles!!! I hate when he acts as a good person in a film ehhh!! I enjoy Deyemi cosplaying the devil, way too much. @_deyemi never stop playing villain roles please.”
Responding to the request, Okanlawon appeared to suggest that he would be taking a completely different direction in his acting career.
The actor jokingly replied that he would henceforth concentrate on romantic roles and pastoral characters.
He wrote, “Henceforth I will only play romantic parts and pastoral roles.”
His response, accompanied by pleading and prayer emojis, appeared to be a humorous reaction to the fan's strong preference for his villainous performances.
The exchange has once again highlighted the impression Okanlawon has made on audiences through his ability to switch between different character types.
Over the years, the actor has featured in several notable Nigerian productions, earning recognition for his performances in both television series and feature films.
Among his popular projects is the Netflix crime drama Blood Sisters, in which he played Kola Ademola.
He also appeared as Adetola Fashina in King of Boys: The Return of the King, another production that showcased his ability to handle challenging roles.
His other film credits include Omo Ghetto: The Saga, Elesin Oba: The King's Horseman, The Waiter, Ajosepo, A Green Fever and Hakeem Seeking Justice.
Although he is widely recognised for his intense performances, Okanlawon has also explored romantic storytelling.
He produced and starred in the romantic comedy All's Fair in Love alongside Timini Egbuson and Buhle Samuels, demonstrating another side of his acting abilities.
Before venturing fully into entertainment, Okanlawon studied Chemical Engineering at the University of Lagos. He developed an interest in acting from childhood and subsequently received professional training at Delyork Creative Academy.
His latest social media exchange reflects how strongly audiences associate actors with particular roles, especially when their performances leave lasting impressions.
For Okanlawon, however, the playful response suggests that fans may have to get used to seeing him in more romantic and pastoral characters if his joke is anything to go by.
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