Rising Nollywood actress Mojisola Adebanjo has boldly opened up about the harsh stereotypes plaguing female stars, revealing she has never compromised her values for fame or roles in the industry.
In a candid interview on the Conversations With Kenni podcast hosted by Kehinde Ajose, Mojisola addressed the mixed feelings she has about how women are portrayed in Nollywood films while fiercely defending her personal integrity.
When asked if she likes the portrayals of women in nollywood, she said:
“Well, I’m in between — I like it and I don’t like it. One of the things I don’t like is how we miss opportunities when trying to build romantic relationships outside work. I also don’t like the stereotype that actresses sleep around for roles or that we have multiple partners. It affects the fans’ perception of us and it doesn’t help us.”
The actress, popularly known as Jisola, made it crystal clear that she refuses to play the game many assume is necessary for success.
“When I got into the industry, I didn’t involve myself in any of that and till now, I can beat my chest and say I’ve never slept with anyone for a role before. I’ve also never dated anyone in the industry.”
She admitted receiving advances but sticks to strict personal boundaries.
“I get advances a lot but I don’t give out my number easily. If you have my number it means you’re very special.”
On the sensitive topic of sex-for-roles, Mojisola acknowledged its long existence but placed responsibility on individual choices.
“It has been happening way back… I think it has to do with individual preferences and what they choose to do. They’re adults. I’ve never slept with anyone for a role before. I’ve been approached by someone who said they were going to make me a superstar if I agreed to be with them, but I didn’t answer the person because I believe only God can make me a superstar.”
Mojisola also shared how the stereotypes affect her daily life, revealing she sometimes hides her profession to avoid uncomfortable questions.
“The moment people realize I am an actress, they start asking me questions I’m not comfortable with… I’m tired of hearing questions like ‘is it true that you have many men asking you out?’”