Seyi Ashekun Talks Love

The fast-rising actress Seyi Ashekun has told us what she wants in love and relationships in this interview.

The winner of last year’s Best Actress award at the Best of Nollywood awards is from Ogun state and talks also about her sex for roles and why she desires the bum of Kim Kadarshian, among other issues.

Seyi Ashekun

Excerpts

What is your opinion on sex for roles. Have you experienced such?

I’ve never been desperate enough for such experience. I studied Mass Communications and I graduated with a good grade, so I can do other things. People around me know that acting is not a do or die affair for me.

What encouragement will you give to those starting out in the acting career?

They have to be ready to take things one day at a time. A baby never walks the same day it’s born, so they should be ready to grow through the experiences they are sure to have.

What is the most ridiculous thing you have ever heard or read about yourself?

One of such is that I condemned some of my colleagues whose marriages have broken. I’m not married so how can I see myself as an authority on such a topic?

You were also quoted in an interview, saying you desire to have the bum of Kim Kadarshian. What prompted that statement?

Each time I remember that, I literally laugh out loud. Let me start by saying I believe in looking and feeling good, so I don’t judge people when they decide to do things that boost their confidence. Confidence makes people more attractive. However, I do not like pains and for that, I don’t see myself going under the knife to enhance anything. I made that statement when a reporter asked me what I might get done if I ever considered cosmetic surgery. Saying that really doesn’t mean I would go for it.

It’s said that actresses don’t get married early and are promiscuous .What do you make of that?

I have seen bankers and doctors who don’t get married until they are well into their 30s. Omotola Jalade who happens to be my role model, is an actress and a married mother of four. I know other actresses who got married in their 20s and are still married. Promiscuity has nothing to do with the profession. People talk about actresses because they are known.

Would you say being curvy has gotten you more roles?

I’ve only gotten roles based on my ability to interpret them not as a result of being curvy

What is your general opinion on marriage and love?

I believe marriage is necessary. After all, it was ordained by God. I however believe it is meant for mature people, people who are ready psychologically and are capable of loving other people beside themselves.

What is your definition of a sexy woman?

A sexy woman is one who has confidence in herself. She is the one who understands that when it comes to serious business, men prefer women with brains than body.

Can you date someone in the movie industry?

I don’t like so much attention where my love life is concerned, I like to be the only public figure. As an entertainer myself, I really don’t like to date men who are in the entertainment industry.

What changes do you want to see in the movie industry?

I want the industry to be more profitable. I want people to be able to make good profit on their investments. It is really frustrating when you spend so much and get so little.

What would you regard as a memorable day in your life?

The day I won Best of Nollywood Award in the best actress (Yoruba) category. I used to think that was an award that came with age or years of experience. It turned out to be something that comes with God and hard work.

Seyi has been having an amazing year so far, having grown leaps and bounds to one of the most sought-after actresses in Nigeria.