Entertainment

I want to Kiss You Before Leaving Nollywood – RMD Tells Sola Sobowale

Published

2 years ago

September 8, 2021

Fredrick Fadipe

Veteran actor, Richard Mofe Damijo aka RMD has told his colleague, Sola Sobowale that he will make sure he kisses her before quitting Nollywood.

He says for over three decades that they have portrayed the roles of married couples, he is yet to kiss the actress.

The actor noted that it surprises him that despite all these years, they have never locked lips in front of a camera.

RMD made this statement while he and Sobowale asked each other questions to promote the recently released series, The Return Of The King.

A snippet of the interview was shared by Sobowale on her Instagram page.

Detailing the first time they met in 1984, RMD told Sobowale, “We met about 37 years ago, in 1984, Surulere, at Tade Ogidan’s place. We have played husband and wife several times and it hit me the other day that I have never kissed you in a movie. Hopefully, we will get to kiss as Reverend Ifeanyi and the king; I want to be able to kiss the king.”

Taking a trip down memory lane, as he replied to Sobowale who asked him why he decided to become a thespian, RMD noted that it had always been his childhood dream to become an actor.

He said,“I think for me, it has been something I have always done from when I was a child. I played a lot when I was a child. In Warri, we called it ‘playing mama and papa’, which, in English, we call playing ‘house’.

“I went on to act a lot in my primary school. In secondary school, I was in the debate team and dramatic society. In my HSC, I was the president of the dramatic society. So, two things had happened to me all through my secondary school days — I was very athletic and I was a dramatic person. That is it.

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“When it was time to fill my JAMB form, the theatre was the most natural thing for me to do. What I find amazing in the life of an actor is the fact that once you catch the bug, you do not want to go out of it.”

Still holding on to the dream of kissing his colleague, RMD stated that in the next 10 years, he hopes to still be relevant in the movie industry and, by that time, he ought to have kissed Sobowale on a movie set.

“In 10 years, I will be 70 and my prayers will be that we will still be doing this. There will still be some springs in our steps and I will finally get to kiss you,”
RMD said.

Events

Guinness Ghana DJ Awards PUB FEST Kicks off in Sunyani on September 1st

Published

3 weeks ago

August 31, 2023

Ferty Felix

The 11th annual Guinness Ghana DJ Awards festival is gearing up to kick off its much-anticipated Pub-Fest on September 1 2023, at the vibrant Cabin Lounge in Sunyani.

Organized by the esteemed Merqury Republic Africa, the Pub-Fest promises to peak the interest of music lovers with a lineup of top-notch DJs, including the Female DJ of the Year and crowd-favorite Gyal Dem DJ, DJ Khalifa, DJ Floppy, DJ Quest, Emcee Nice and DJ Weezy.

Powered by Smirnoff, this exhilarating regional event is the first of a nationwide tour with a remit to throw the spotlight on DJs dotted across the country ahead of the main ceremony scheduled for November.

As the sun sets over Sunyani, music enthusiasts and partygoers alike will gather at the Cabin Lounge for a night of pulsating beats, infectious rhythms, and unmatched musical prowess. The Pub-Fest serves as a prelude to the main Ghana DJ Awards ceremony, building anticipation and generating buzz among fans and industry insiders alike.

The chosen venue, Cabin Lounge, located at the heart of Sunyani, the capital city of the Bono region and renowned for its electric ambiance, is the perfect setting to host the selected DJs, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all attendees. DJ Quest, known for blending various music genres seamlessly, is expected to mesmerize the audience with an eclectic mix of tunes, while Gyal Dem DJ, celebrated for her dynamic performances, will undoubtedly have the crowd dancing the night away and Ferty Felix with buzzing social media updates.

In a statement, the organizers, Merqury Republic Africa, expressed their delight in bringing the Pub-Fest to Sunyani, acknowledging the region’s vibrant music culture and passionate DJ fanbase. The event aims to celebrate the skill, dedication, and artistry of DJs, who play an integral role in the country’s music scene, elevating it to greater heights on the international stage.

“We are thrilled to kickstart the Ghana DJ Awards celebrations with the Pub-Fest in Sunyani,” said Merqury Quaye, CEO of Merqury Republic Africa.

“Our goal is to showcase the immense talent of Ghanaian DJs and their ability to move the masses through their craft. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Guinness Ghana, the nation’s leading total beverage business, with Smirnoff as the lead brand, for their unwavering support in making this event possible.”

Smirnoff, a brand synonymous with fun and vibrancy, is eager to power the event and create unforgettable moments for attendees. As a brand that celebrates inclusivity and diversity, Smirnoff aligns perfectly with the spirit of the Ghana DJ Awards and its goal of unifying music lovers from all walks of life.

With the stage set, the countdown begins to the 11th Ghana DJ Awards Pub-Fest at the Cabin Lounge in Sunyani.

The Guinness Ghana DJ awards is powered by Smirnoff. Also sponsored by Game Park Games, Virtual Sound Lab, DSTV Akwaaba Magic, PC entertainment and Hooked On Entertainment