Veteran Nollywood actress, Shaffy Bello, has opined that not every actor has to be a movie producer.
Naija News reports that Shaffy Bello made this known during an appearance on the Morayo Brown Show, stating that she does not feel compelled to become a movie producer.
Bello explained that acting was the means through which she gained recognition and became a household name, stressing that actors should identify and remain true to their individual callings rather than pursue roles that do not align with their talents.
She said, “I am an actor. Every actor does not have to be a producer. I face my lane. I do what God asks me to do. And he asked me to have an impact.
“He gave me a platform, and after I got that platform, it became so stressful. That once in a while I would remember the days I was on my knees asking to be a household name. Now I am.
“He then came back and said I have given you a platform, what are you going to do with it?
“If God gave you the grace to be a producer, run with it. For right now, I will not say never, I am saying that is not what he is calling me to do.”
Bello stressed that her strength lies in the impact she has on people rather than in production, emphasising that longevity in filmmaking does not guarantee the same kind of influence, as each person has a different gift to offer.
He stated, “I tell you one thing today that when you guys hear Shaffy Bello, you will never forget how you felt in this room. That is the gift he gave me.
“Some people can produce film for 20 years and if they sat on this chair, they will not have the same effect. Because it is not their gift.
“Know what He has given you. Recognise it and use it and run with it.”
Bello also argued that women do not need to reveal their bodies to be considered beautiful and encouraged people to move beyond making choices based solely on survival.
She added, “There are many people out there that needs my voice that you do not have to show your boobs to look sexy. If you are going to do ashawo do it well. But do not stay there. Some do it to feed their family. If I sit and go do films (it is not about money).”
