Veteran Nigerian actor, Osita Iheme has expressed his gratitude for the enduring relevance of clips from his movies dating back decades, as they continue to resonate in pop culture and social media conversations.
During a recent media interview, Iheme shared his appreciation for the use of these clips and screenshots, often turned into memes, which he sees as a testament to both his impact and the audience’s enduring admiration for his acting prowess.
“It’s heartening to witness the longevity of your work and the ongoing appreciation from people, even after many years. The fact that these clips are still valued and widely used today indicates that they are seen as assets,” remarked Osita Iheme.
Despite some clips being filmed over 20 years ago, Iheme is grateful that they remain relatable and serve as expressions of contemporary emotions.
“Seeing how people can still connect and utilise these moments to convey their feelings today brings me joy,” he added.
At 42 years old, Osita Iheme has been a prominent figure in the Nigerian film industry since the early 2000s.
He rose to fame alongside Chinedu Ikedieze following the success of the 2003 film “Aki na Ukwa.”
Subsequently, he appeared in numerous popular movies such as “Mr Ibu,” “Baby Police,” “Daddy Must Obey,” “Two Rats,” “Village Rascals,” among others.
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Osita iheme (paw paw) talks on how he feels about his memes circulating around pic.twitter.com/Rorn6gOSwc
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