Movie director Okiki Afolayan recently opened up about his wife’s invaluable role in their family, expressing gratitude for her unwavering support throughout his life.
In an interview on the Yoruba show Oyin Momo, Afolayan shared heartfelt and humorous reflections on his personal and professional journey. He admitted that he didn’t have a formal education and doesn’t consider himself a filmmaker in the traditional sense but hinted at where his true focus lies.
Afolayan also touched on why he hasn’t ventured into creating movies for platforms like Netflix and other streaming services, shedding light on his unique approach to filmmaking.
When asked about his marriage, Afolayan said his wife is the family’s breadwinner, and he couldn’t be more grateful.
Okiki Afolayan shares what he would tell mom if she distract her at movie location. Credit: @OkikiAfolayanSource: Instagram
He said:
“People say something that his wife is the one feeding him. I tell them, my wife feeds me. Try and find someone who will feed you. Whoever sees who is feeding him should thank God. This life is not easy. My wife is doing great feeding me.”
The director also spoke about the importance of his family, particularly his mother, who he described as his pillar.
However, he jokingly warned that when he’s on set, even his mother can’t distract him.
“If she comes when I am shooting a film, if she distracts me, I can curse off,” he said with a laugh. “At that time, I have gathered wickedness together,” he said.
Speaking on his career as a movie director and why his name hasn’t been associated with many recent films in the country, he said he focuses more on Yoruba YouTube movies, including Africa Magic.
He added:
“I don’t know. Where I know movies to is a niche called arena. I know their films as well as normal Yoruba YouTube movies, including Africa Magic. If it is getting to Netflix, Prime, Cinema movies, that level is above me.”
When asked if there’s a special training required to create films for platforms like Netflix, Afolayan responded:
“I didn’t attend school, and I’m not a filmmaker, but a money maker,” with a grin.”
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Netizens react to Afolayan’s interview
@akanjimary_modupe
“Nevertheless, Okiki Afolayan is not a joke. Anytime I see he or his wife post. You can tell that they are wealthy. I love them. @bimboafolayan.”
@segunogunsanya01_tgd
“@okikiafolayan u just dey stubborn everyday.”
@jane_stitches1
“Sarcasm yii poor.”