Nollywood actress Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha has shared insights into the extensive preparation that went into her role in the newly released Netflix series, Seven Doors
In the series, she takes on the challenging character of an Igbo queen married to a Yoruba king, played by renowned actor Femi Adebayo.
The storyline intricately weaves themes of kingship, kinship, family, love, betrayal, and restitution.
The plot also demands a deep cultural and linguistic immersion from the actress.
To authentically portray her role, Chioma revealed that she had to learn to speak Yoruba fluently.
However, this is a task that required dedication and precision.
Speaking during a TVC interview alongside her co-star, Femi Adebayo, she explained that the Yoruba language used in the series was not the casual, everyday version commonly spoken in Lagos but a more traditional and nuanced form.
“I had to learn Yoruba for my role in Seven Doors. The Yoruba in the movie was not the regular one spoken in Lagos State, so I had to be very particular about the tone,” she said.
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Her commitment to mastering the language highlights her dedication to bringing authenticity to her character.
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