‘Body’ for Roles: Many Girls Are Not Working Hard to Live Up to the Roles They Are Cast for, Kanayo O. Kanayo

‘Body’ for Roles: Many Girls Are Not Working Hard to Live Up to the Roles They Are Cast for, Kanayo O. Kanayo

  • Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo shared a video from a recent movie production on his Instagram page
  • The actor in his caption called on people not to be hasty in believing stories about producers who request intimate sessions with female talents
  • Kanayo’s post generated different reactions from members of the online community with some saying he shouldn't negate people's experiences

Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanyo has made a case for filmmakers in the movie industry in a recent Instagram post.

The entertainer was filmed alongside some other members of the crew during a movie production.

Kanayo O. Kanayo
Kanayo O. Kanayo has shared his two cents on the issue of 'body' for roles. Photo: @kanayo.o.kanayo
Source: Instagram

A young lady and another actor were the characters being filmed on set.

However, the video wasn’t the only thing the actor had to share as he accompanied it with a strong message.

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Kanayo called on people not to be hasty in believing stories about male moviemakers who request intimate sessions before giving female talents a chance.

According to him, some of these ladies are not hard-working and cannot deliver what is expected of the roles they audition for.

See his post below:

Reactions

despikayble said:

"They said "don't believe all". Not "don't believe any of them". There are two different things."

bigafrika said:

"I think you could have made your point without being dismissive towards other people’s reality. It comes across as insensitive."

rahzcarter said:

"Doesn’t negate the fact sex for role is happening in the industry."

emperor_viii said:

"BLESSED IS HE WHOSE SINS HAVE BEEN FORGOTTEN.. Some people where Lucky that instagram was not in existence when that was the issue in Nollywood..."

therealgiftrogers said:

"Legend tell them ohh! I wish I could be a part of this."

Kanayo O. Kanayo shares video of his real sacrifice

Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Kanayo O. Kanayo shared a video showing fans where the real sacrifice for his success emanates from.

He was seen during a brainstorming session with colleagues and they were having discussions about an individual to be considered for a movie project.

A portion of the video also captured Kanayo noting that the meeting is going on at midnight and the only sacrifice he has had to make is hard work.

Source: Legit.ng

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Adeyinka Odutuyo Adeyinka Odutuyo is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist with over four years of working experience at Legit.ng. He is currently the deputy HOD of the Gossip and Entertainment Desk. Adeyinka holds a degree in Linguistics and Communication Studies from Osun State University, Osogbo. He graduated in 2016. He emerged as Legit.ng's Best Entertainment Editor in 2020 and 2021. Contact: adeyinka.odutuyo@corp.legit.ng