Veteran Yoruba actress Adewunmi Labake, popularly known by her stage name Labake Dejo, has shared a touching story about her mother’s reaction to her debut film. In an interview with Kunle Afod on the official Kunleafod TV YouTube channel, the actress opened up about the memorable experience.
In the interview, Labake Dejo recounted how her mother was deeply upset upon seeing her acting debut, going as far as accusing her of immoral behavior. “When my mom watched my first movie, she started crying and said I have become a prostitute,” the actress revealed.
Despite her mother’s disapproval, Labake Dejo was determined to pursue her passion for acting. She described how she joined a movie production group to continue her filmmaking career, even earning a modest ₦1,500 for her role in a series.
“Because of my passion and insistence that I was going to continue filmmaking, I joined a group where they featured me in a series movie, and I was paid one thousand five hundred naira,” she said.
“Because of my passion and insistence that I was going to continue filmmaking, I joined a group where they featured me in a series movie, and I was paid one thousand five hundred naira,” she said.
The actress’s story highlights the challenges she faced as an aspiring artist, including overcoming societal and familial judgments to follow her dreams. Her resilience and dedication to her craft have since earned her recognition in the Yoruba movie industry.
Labake Dejo’s journey serves as an inspiration to many, demonstrating the importance of perseverance in the face of obstacles, especially when pursuing one’s passion.