Deyemi Okanlawon, a prominent Nollywood actor, recently spoke about his extensive tenure in the movie industry and the absence of notable awards recognition during an interview with Hip TV. Okanlawon shared his perspective on inspiration, self-encouragement, and the role of awards in shaping one’s identity.
The actor revealed that despite his long and impactful career, he has not received recognition from major award organizers in Nigeria. However, Okanlawon emphasized that he remains focused on his craft and does not let the lack of awards validation affect him. He mentioned his tendency to self-encouragement and highlighted the importance of looking into the mirror and congratulating oneself.
While expressing gratitude for any potential awards in the future, Deyemi Okanlawon stressed that validation shouldn’t define an individual. He encouraged the idea that his presence and contributions to the industry should validate an award, not the other way around.
Okanlawon’s perspective on self-validation and the role of rewards in the entertainment industry has sparked discussions about the significance of personal fulfillment and the potential impact of external recognition on artists.