“I wasn’t getting roles but when I met Ruth Kadiri everything changed” – Chidi Dike reveals
Chidi Dike, a rapidly emerging talent, has recounted his journey to becoming a prominent figure in the film industry and highlighted the pivotal role Ruth Kadiri played in his life.
Speaking to the Punch in an interview, Chidi revealed that breaking into the acting scene was a challenging endeavor as he struggled to land roles from film producers.
During his early days in the profession, he expressed confidence in his abilities but lacked the opportunity to showcase them until he crossed paths with Ruth Kadiri, both a movie producer and actress.
Expanding on his thoughts, he emphasized the importance of seasoned performers in Nollywood nurturing new talent and fostering the emergence of fresh generations of actors.
“Joining the movie industry was quite challenging. At first, I did not get many acting roles, because I did not know many people in the industry, but I believed I was talented. However, things changed when I met actress Ruth Kadiri.
“I think the industry will be a better place if producers and directors take more time to discover new talents because there are a lot out there.
“The old faces in the industry are already established. They should intentionally bring up younger ones, and build the next generation of artists. The industry will grow even bigger if they can invest in younger people,” he said.
