Veteran Nollywood actress, Toyin Afolayan, popularly known as Lola Idije, has dismissed the misconception that her on-screen characters mirror her real-life personality.
She is often cast as a tough mother-in-law in Yoruba movies.
The actress stressed that her off-screen nature is far from the wicked roles she is known for.
In an interview with fellow actress Ayo Adesanya, Lola Idije explained that her strong performances stem from her faith in God.
She revealed that she lives a simple and modest lifestyle
Also, she also credited her late brother, Adeyemi Afolayan, famously known as Ade Love for instilling in her a disciplined approach to acting.
Lola Idije’s big break came in 1995 when she starred as Madam Adisa in the hit movie Deadly Affair.
Since then, she has become a household name, entertaining audiences with memorable performances.
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Beyond her acting, Lola Idije is celebrated as the originator of viral catchphrases like “Soro Soke Werey” and “Pele My Dear,”
Both of the phrases have gained massive traction on social media and streaming platforms.
