In this chat with Ola Anjorin, a fast rising film producer and actress, we discussed about family, career, inspiration and future projects. While she introduced us to her inspiration in story writing, she reveals that her new movie, Ayetimowa (My Life) will soon be in the production process. Read full exclusive below;
SOME OF US HAVE NEVER SEEN BEYOND YOUR NAME, SO CAN YOU KINDLY TELL US ABOUT YOU?
I am Ola Anjorin, from a family of 5, I had my ND education from the Lagos state polytechnic 2008/09. I am a Nollywood actor, fashion designer, pro-mua and skin therapist. I love being creative and that is one reason why I went as far as acquiring different knowledge in the area of fashion. I call myself a beautician because of my entrepreneurial lifestyle. After some years, I felt I should further in my education. So now, I am currently in my finals studying to be awarded a degree at Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago- Iwoye.
EVERYDAY MANY INDIVIDUALS WALK INTO THE FILM INDUSTRY, HOW DO YOU INTEND TO STAND OUT?
Yes, I think it’s everywhere because everybody wants to be famous. It’s not because all of them can do it but because they want to do it. Actually, I am in the industry to preach life to various lives and to encourage people to continue seeing home videos Also, to make the Nollywood industry proud.
WHAT AND WHO HAVE INSPIRED YOUR FILM CAREER SO FAR?
Actually, I really do have passion for acting. At first, I never wanted to do it because I was shy. But I got inspired by a Yoruba movie, JENIFA, I got motivated by the story of Jenifa, she was determined to be who she think she is and she got there. Practically, I can say Funke Akindele inspired me.
TELL ME, HOW DID YOU STARTED A FILM CAREER?
I started a film career in 2010 though I was not into it fully then, but I love visiting locations. After a while, I featured in very few movies, I featured in few movies to help me observe my field and understand how and when is best to produce a good movie. In 2018, I released my first production titled IGBA (TIME).
WHAT ARE YOU UP TO LATELY?
Actually, we are cooking something big very soon. It is another movie from the stable of Olaanjorin films Titled AYETIMOWA(MY LIFE). God help us
WHAT INSPIRE YOUR STORYLINES?
Actually, I get my stories from a scene in any interesting and thought-provoking movie I watch. I create my complete stories based on just ONE scene. It’s really funny and overwhelming but that’s how I developed almost all my stories.
DO YOU HAVE A CAUCUS OR INTEND TO JOIN ANY LATER?
I have one though, Kehinde Adeyemi’s team.. but I believe I belong to God’s caucus (Laughing).
IS SOCIAL MEDIA HELPING FILM BUSINESS ESPECIALLY YOUR BRAND?
Yes, it’s really helping.
SAY SOMETHING TO THE PEOPLE THAT WATCH YOUR MOVIES
A big thank you to everyone supporting my brand, I pray God blessings never cease from your homes. Sincerely, I appreciate your loves and I love you all from the depth of my heart. Please keep supporting my brand.
EMIRALTY 