Enitan Odugbemi may be a fresh face in the movie industry, but the talented actress believes her passion will take her to the peak of her career. The curvy Mass Communications graduate of Tai Solarin University speaks on her journey as an actress,and shares her thoughts on marriage, sex and relationship.
How did you finally take the step to becoming an actress?
I joined the industry through Mr Soji Eweade in Lagos. After some years, I came to Abeokuta to join late Hammed Alasari’s group.
What was your growing up like?
Growing up was a mixture of luxury and squalour. My parents made sure we didn’t lack basic amenities and we were brought up with the fear of God. My Islamic upbringing always sets the tone for everything I do. My growing up was fun and eventful.
Who are the individuals who inspire you in the movie industry?
The likes of Foluke Daramola, Ayo Adesanya, Toyin Adewale inspire me. I love the way they deliver their lines and I always pray to God to be able to interpret my roles the way they do.
How do you respond to your male fans advances?
I try as much as possible not to be rude to them in order not to create a bad impression about myself .
Have you ever had any embarrassing moment with a fan?
Yes, that was at Oxford Street in London. I was at Oxford Street to do some shopping when this young man walked up to me and said my face looked familiar. Later, he said he could recall that I was an actress. I smiled and he requested to take a picture with me .I agreed. The next moment, I realized he was trying to touch my boobs. I slapped him immediately. I later realized slapping him wasn’t a good thing .I apologized and kissed him. He smiled and now we are good friends.
What is your opinion about bleaching?
I don’t see anything wrong in skin bleaching as long as it fits you and its not excessive. We all know that too much of everything is bad.
What do you do to maintain your beauty?
Nothing so special, just that I take a lot of water and fruits. I make sure I take my bath at night before I go to bed no matter how tired I am. I can’t do without cleaning my face at night
Do you think your beauty or talent has taken you this far?
I don’t know, but I think it should be my talent. I know am not the only beautiful lady we have in the industry. There are ladies that are even more beautiful than I am. I don’t know if it’s beauty or talent. It just might be a blend of both.
Would you say being curvy has been a blessing to your career?
Yes, being curvy has been a blessing to my career. As a matter of fact,people recognise me easily because of my stature. I thank God that I am big,bold and beautiful
Can you quit acting for a relationship?
I can never quit acting for a relationship. I am passionate about acting. I don’t see myself doing that for a relationship. Nothing in the world can make me quit acting. Any man I get married to must love what I do. I can never marry a man that doesn’t like my job,so no man can tell me to stop acting for marriage. If I marry such a person and he tells me to quit, I might be forced to quit the marriage .I don’t pray for such anyway.
Can you marry a poor man?
No, I cannot. I can only marriage a man who is averagely okay and can take care of my needs,someone who can at least meet fifty percent or hundred percent of my needs. He must be good looking, romantic, fun to be with and God-fearing.
What is your most challenging movie role?
I don’t really have a challenging movie role, but I can remember a role I played in a movie titled Owu funfun where I had to speak my local dialect all through. I can also recall I had the challenge of playing the role of a criminal in my forthcoming movie. I thank God I was able to deliver in spite of the initial challenge.
Was there a time you wanted to quit acting?
I almost quit acting when my mentor and boss Ahmed Alasari passed away. I thought that was the end. My mentor was a motivator,always encouraging me. It’s a pity he was unable to fulfill his promise to me.
What promise?
He promised to feature me in a movie and said I was going to play the lead role. He didn’t live to fulfill it.
Are you comfortable with exposing your body in movies?
I don’t expose my body in movies,it’s just because I am busty. I love my boobs so much and I thank God because he gave them to me. I don’t deliberately expose my body.
What is your general opinion about sex?
Sex is a normal thing that should be happening between two lovers,so to me sex is sweet when you are with someone you love.
How about sex before marriage?
There’s nothing bad in having sex before marriage,because you have to know if your so called guy is romantic and if he will be able to satisfy you in bed
Does acting pay your bills?
Acting doesn’t pay my bills. I run a beauty business in Abeokuta that pays my bills. God has been helping us so far.
What makes you cry?
I cry whenever I remember my late mum.I didn’t get to meet her. I was raised by my dad, my grandma and Mrs Kukoyi (My small mummy) .
Who is that one actor you will love to work with?
I will love to work with Kunle Afolayan. He is good at what he does and will push you to give your best. He is also a thorough director.
What new project are you working on?
My fans need to watch out for my next movie Rado Lomo. It’s a brilliant movie.