Nigeria ‘Passion Is Gone’: Bimbo Akintola Blasts Nollywood’s Obsession with BBL

The Digest:

Veteran actress Bimbo Akintola has lamented that Nollywood's original passion has been replaced by a "preoccupation with physical appearance." She argues that what was once a craft driven by sheer dedication is now a profession more concerned with BBLs. Bimbo Akintola says Nollywood's passion is gone.

Key Points:

• She says it's replaced by a focus on physical appearance.
• Akintola cited Joke Silva and Sola Sobowale as passionate examples.
• Early actors worked long hours for little pay, driven by passion.
• She noted a recent spike in female actors getting BBL surgery.
• Akintola says actors are now "more concerned about their outlook."
• The shift, she argues, has led to a focus on glamour over reality.

Akintola's critique of Passion's Fade offers a stark view of the evolution of Nollywood. Her remarks spark a crucial conversation about the industry's values and the shift from artistic dedication to commercial and cosmetic concerns.

Sources: TheCable