Posted by Samuel on Sun 06th Oct, 2024 - tori.ng
The Enugu-born actress, who grew up in Oba, Anambra, and later moved to Lagos for her NYSC, touched on her experiences in Nollywood as a dark-skinned actress.
Amarachi Okoh, the Nigerian content creator and actress, who is popularly known as Marahchi or Ada Igbo Nile has taken a strong stance against promoting s*xual content in the entertainment industry.
In an interview with Potpourri, the actress stated, “I even screen the songs artists bring for promotions. If it’s a s*x-related song, I won’t promote it. There are other creators who would do that; everyone has their style. I cannot endorse a s*x enhancement brand.”
The Enugu-born actress, who grew up in Oba, Anambra, and later moved to Lagos for her NYSC, touched on her experiences in Nollywood as a dark-skinned actress.
“Being a dark-skinned girl, I don’t think my complexion influences the roles they give me. I feel it’s all about the talent,” she said.
Marahchi further explained her boundaries when it comes to intimate scenes in movies.
“I haven’t kissed in a movie yet, and I don’t think I can. It’s because of my personality and the kind of family I come from,” she noted, reinforcing her commitment to maintaining her principles in the industry.
Her refusal to engage in s*x-related content or scenes shows a strong dedication to her personal values, setting her apart as a performer with clear boundaries in a challenging industry.