Actress Ini Dima-Okojie who features as lead actress in recently released film “Kpali” has revealed that working with veteran actor, Nkem Owoh AKA Osuofia kept her on her toes.
In a recent interview, the ex-bank worker turned actress shares her experience on the movie set of “Kpali” including working with Nkem Owoh in the movie.
Speaking on her role and experience in the film, Ini Dima-Okojie said :
” It was quite interesting. We filmed Kpali im the middle of 2017. I was in the middle of a daily show called Battle Dawn and that was tasking because I was one of the characters and we filmed everyday and they were gracious enough to give me three weeks off to film Kpali.
“I had to read the script before I started the daily show. Normally, I would like a spacing and take time out to prepare properly. So, I had to multi-task because at the end of the day, there would be no excuse when everyone is watching. It was interesting and tough, but we did it.”
Speaking further on her role in the film, she said: “I remember reading the script and for me, I could just relate. I have family friends that have left the country for greener pastures and to be honest, they had no interest in coming back because they feel like nothing works here. So I could relate to how my character felt in that sense. Her journey also inspired me. And the fact that I was filming with Nkem Owoh, that was very exciting for me. I’ve always wanted to work with him. He puts you on your toes. Improvisation becomes your breakfast, lunch, and dinner because he just goes for it and you have to take it on if not, everything falls flat.“
On Speaking with British Accent
Further more, Ini Dima- Okojie said it was challenging picking up a British accent which the role demanded of her. “Oh! My goodness, I remember when the director told me that wanted me to have a bit of a British accent, it was a challenge I took on. I felt a bit scary but then, it began to be exciting. At the end of the day, we did what we had to do. I like to take up parts that challenge me. It was challenging because I have to pull it up throughout the film and I did my research. YouTube was my best friend and I didn’t have a voice coach. I studied and I think it worked out.“