Grammy-winning music star, Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid, has recently shared a surprising twist in his career trajectory, expressing his intention to go into acting during his temporary hiatus from the music scene.
Known for his chart-topping hits and magnetic stage presence, Wizkid now seeks to explore the realms of film, driven by a desire to participate in cinematic experiences involving passionate on-screen kisses and thrilling gunplay.
Taking to his Instagram story, the Afrobeat icon humorously declared in pidgin,
“Shebi I tell una I one dey act film! … I just want dey kiss and shoot a gun for a movie. Daz all!!”
This unexpected revelation adds an intriguing layer to Wizkid’s already multifaceted career.
In a subsequent post, Wizkid added a touch of humour and assertiveness, making it clear that when it comes to on-screen romance, he will be the one in control.
“Abeg na me go pick who I go kiss o. All this ppl wey Dey my dm gerrout”.
He wrote the above statement, showing a playful yet decisive attitude toward selecting his on-screen romantic interests.
Curiously, this announcement follows closely on the heels of Wizkid’s leisure time spent with the prolific Nollywood filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan.
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Visual snippets and snapshots from this rendezvous have been making waves on social media, sparking curiosity about potential collaborations between the music icon and the renowned filmmaker.
Despite his newfound interest in acting, Wizkid has not completely turned his back on his musical endeavours. Earlier, he had disclosed his contemplation of extending his break from the music scene, originally slated for three to four years.
However, in a recent update, he hinted at the possibility of stretching this hiatus to a whopping six years, stating,
“Loving every bit of this holiday. Might extend to six years“.
This unforeseen extension has left fans and the music industry intrigued, wondering about the future evolution of Wizkid’s artistic journey.
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