Nollywood industry has witnessed an amazing fusion of film and music.
Now, a number of accomplished musicians has ventured into acting.
With their captivating performances on the big screen, these artists are demonstrating that their skills go beyond the studio.
These five Nigerian performers have achieved notable success in Nollywood
1. Banky W
One of the most well-known musicians that transitioned to acting in Nigeria is Banky W, real name Olubankole Wellington.
Furthermore, Banky W, a pioneer in the Afrobeats genre is well-known for his silky R&B tracks.
Also, he moved smoothly into acting.
His portrayal of Dozie in the successful films The Wedding Party (2016) and The Wedding Party 2 (2017) brought him considerable acclaim.
Also, His well-received performances in these romantic comedies demonstrated his flexibility as an entertainer.
2. Falz
Falz, also known as Folarin Falana, is another talent who has mastered the music and cinema industries.
Falz is a rapper, singer, and comedian.
However, he starred as the witty Sege in the highly regarded movie Jenifa’s Diary, which marked his acting debut.
Also, Falz gained popularity due to his natural acting talent and humorous timing.
This led to additional appearances in movies like Merry Men: The Real Yoruba Demons (2018) and Chief Daddy (2018).
3. Simi
Simisola in Kosoko, better known by her stage as Simi, is a well-known singer and composer who just took the leap into acting.
However, Simi debuted as an actress in Kunle Afolayan’s 2020 film Mokalik.
Also, she portrayed Simi, a young lady in the film whose presence causes friction with the male apprentices at a mechanic workshop.
4. Reminisce
Remilekun Safaru, widely recognised as Reminisce, is both a rapper and singer.
Also, he made his acting debut in the critically acclaimed 2018 film King of Boys, directed by Kemi Adetiba.
In the movie, Reminisce took on the role of Makanaki, a ruthless and feared gangster.
Furthermore, His intense and memorable portrayal of the character earned him significant praise for his acting abilities
Reminisce’s performance in King of Boys demonstrated his ability to embody complex characters.
5. Ayra Starr
Ayra Starr, the 22-year-old Afrobeats sensation, is the latest musician to join the growing list of Nigerian artists venturing into Nollywood.
Also, she is known for her hit songs like “Away” and “Bloody Samaritan,”
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Ayra Starr is set to make her acting debut in the Prime Video original film Christmas In Lagos.
The movie was directed by Jadesola Osiberu.
