Actor Kanayo O. Kanayo Calls Out Nigerian Filmmakers For Misleading Viewers [Video]

Veteran Nollywood actor, Kanayo O. Kanayo has called out Nigerian filmmakers for misleading viewers with unrealistic costumes.

In a video shared on his Instagram page, Kanayo O. Kanyo shared his thoughts on the need for realism in the dressing and makeup portrayed in movies, stressing that many filmmakers fail to collaborate effectively with costume designers.

The actor advised the filmmakers to accurately depict wealthy characters by dressing them in more comfortable attire, rather than resorting to traditional outfits like Agbada or Senegal regalia.

He noted that in real life, rich people are often recognized by their expensive wristwatches, footwear, and stylish t-shirts, rather than their choice of agbada.

Kanayo also criticized the common practice of female characters appearing in movies with full makeup and sleeping with wigs on. He said that such portrayals mislead audiences and paint an inaccurate picture of reality.

The actor urged his colleagues in the industry to be mindful of these factors, emphasizing the importance of accurate and realistic portrayals in order to avoid misleading audiences and misrepresenting cultural norms.

Sharing the video, he wrote: “Many Nollywood Producers paint the wrong picture of costumes in movies all in the name of fine pictures. It’s misleading.

“The reality is that many practitioners have yet to realize that filmmaking is part of an agenda setting in national development, especially the tradition and culture of the people.

“The rich most of the time dress casually. Many are known through their expensive footwear, T-shirt, and wrist watches not by Agbada.

“How can a man be resting in his house fully dressed? How can a woman be adorned with full makeup while cooking? Most ladies sleep with their wigs on, with applied facial foundation. Dear colleagues, let’s watch it.”

Watch the video below:

KanyiDaily recalls that Kanayo O. Kanayo had hailed Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, over her performance at King Charles’ coronation in the United Kingdom.