Hon. Ike
GHANAIAN COMEDIAN Hon. Ike, known in real life as Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, has attributed his limited opportunities in Ghana’s film industry to his lack of popularity in the movie ‘Beasts of No Nation’.
He laments that since 2014, when he was featured in the Netflix original film ‘Beasts of No Nation’, which highlighted the plight of child soldiers in West Africa, he has yet to experience another breakthrough in film.
In an interview with BEATWAVES, Hon. Ike shared his optimism following his selection as a cast member in the film. He had hoped that the global recognition the movie received would lead to more opportunities in the industry. “I auditioned to be a cast member of Beasts of No Nation. As soon as the movie was released, I was optimistic that I would land another role in a different film, but that didn’t happen. Whenever I tell them I featured in the movie, they are reluctant to believe me,” he said.
Hon. Ike further explained, “I have auditioned for countless productions but have never been cast. I don’t quite understand it, which is why I ventured into skit-making.” He remains hopeful that opportunities will arise shortly, as he believes he has much talent to contribute to the industry’s progress.
Isaac Kofi Dzokpo is not only a content creator and actor but also a journalist and humanitarian, earning recognition for his contributions to Ghana’s media and entertainment landscape.
By Prince Fiifi Yorke