Carving A Niche For Myself Paved The Way - Funke Akindele Recounts Struggles In Filmmaking

Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has opened up on her struggle before fame in the Nigerian movie industry, Nollywood.

The box-office queen, via her Instagram page, revealed that getting to her current phase wasn't easy due to her gender.

She shared how hard work, dedication, perseverance, including staying true to her craft, embracing originality, and carving a niche for herself, eventually led to her blossoming career.

Akindele, who is still promoting her record-breaking December cinema release 'Behind The Scenes' further appreciated her fans for their unwavering support, urging them to keep up the energy.

She wrote: "As a woman in film, it wasn't easy getting to where I am today.

It took hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Staying true to my craft, embracing my originality, and carving a niche for myself paved the way

Huge thanks to everyone supporting Behind the Scenes, still showing in cinemas nationwide! Also showing in the UK, US and CANADA. Click link in Bio for my info.

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