Aluko Gold, aka Diva Gold, a fast-rising actress and skit maker from Nigeria, has bemoaned the difficulties she has encountered as a newcomer to the film business.
Nollywood actress Diva Gold claimed that she started making skits because it is impossible for her to obtain roles without consenting to sexual advances from film producers.
Curvy Diva Gold said that her time in the business had not been easy because she had encountered many difficulties ever since she made the decision to follow her passion.
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In an interview with Sunday Scoop, she said, “Diverting to skit making was because it wasn’t easy getting movie roles without giving in to sexual advances here and there, especially as a lady. So, I thought about skit making since it’s also a way for me to showcase my acting skills and I bless God for His mercy thus far.
“I got inspired to be an actress from my childhood. Growing up, I always watched soap operas and seeing the actors, who showcased their talents back then, inspired me. As I grew older, I joined the drama group in my church and this helped me to have an avenue to better develop and improve my acting skills.
“Subsequently, during my university days, I decided to take it to the next level and face this career path squarely. I featured in the popular Jenifa’s Diary, where I played the role of Omolade, Sege’s sister. I’ve also acted in some other movies.”
Diva Gold speaks on her curves opening doors for her
Speaking on if having a curvy body had given her more opportunities in the industry, Diva Gold said, “I will say it’s God’s grace actually, because there are so many women with bigger curves, and there are also women with no curves who have made it far. So, I will say it’s my acting skills and God’s grace that have paved the way and are still paving the way for my growth.
“My experience as a skit maker is interesting because it’s what I love doing. However, it can be challenging sometimes, most especially financially, in aspects of production cost, location cost, when one has to leave the location early because it has been booked by another, and one still has to finish up with the scenes one came to act, which most times makes me shoot till midnight. Then, people just see the outcome and think it is easy. Acting too has its own challenges, but I love my job.”