‘They Tried to Box Me In’: Bolaji Ogunmola on Early Stereotypes in Nollywood

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Bolaji Ogunmola says she was stereotyped early in her career. She explains that casting directors boxed her into side-chick roles because of her dark skin and curvy figure. At a time when light-skinned actors dominated lead parts, she felt limited and frustrated. Ogunmola also shares why she never pursued a traditional 9–5 job. She prefers carving her own path and finds meaning in entrepreneurship rather than sitting behind a desk.

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