Nollywood actress Toyin Afolayan, known as Lola Idije, has expressed her frustration about always being cast in loud and troublesome roles, especially as wicked mother-in-law in Yoruba films.
The actress said she has often talked to movie directors and crew members about the types of roles she receives.
In an interview on African A-List, Lola Idije questioned why filmmakers keep giving her characters that require her to shout and cause trouble instead of letting her play more loving and gentle mothers.
“Directors and crew members watching this programme know that I have complained about this. I ask them, ‘What have I done? You don’t give me good roles where I am a nice mother, why must I always be shouting?’” she said.
The veteran actress is widely recognised for her portrayal of strong female characters, particularly her role as Madam Adisa in the 1995 film Deadly Affair.
She has previously spoken about the difference between her on-screen characters and her personality outside the film industry.
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