In this article, we delve into the journey of talented actor Ayolola Ayoola, known for his unforgettable role in various films and series. In a chat with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Ayolola opened up about his start in the world of acting, revealing that he always knew he could be an actor.
“I always knew I could act. I had this mentality that as an actor on stage, I was also playing a role. I always knew that before I went on stage, no matter what happened, I was going to go out there and give my best. The fact that I was doing that gave me the courage to try acting. But the decision didn’t come until I was completely broke and starving,” he said.
After winning the popular singing competition Project Fame in 2012, he focused on a singing career, but he did not fully exploit his opportunities and quickly found himself in need.
“I wasn’t hungry for success, literally, I was physically hungry and I couldn’t afford much. I borrowed here to pay for that and there to pay for that. It was chaos. I had my car that I won and everything that goes with it, but I was low on cash. I wasn’t smart enough at the time to turn the things I had into a sustainable financial situation. I was bored, broke and hungry,” he recalled.
Ayolola then shared his experience of his first audition for a movie role in Ikeja, explaining how he got the job.
“So I remembered that it’s not just music that I can try, but also acting. And just as I was thinking about it, there was an audition at Galaxy TV, so I went there,” he said.
The actor went on to describe the audition vibe and how he was ultimately chosen for the role. His inspiring story shows how he seized an unexpected opportunity and reinvented himself to break into the film industry.
In conclusion, Ayolola Ayoola embodies the determination, perseverance and courage necessary to pursue one’s dreams despite the challenges encountered. His journey is a true inspiration to all those who aspire to realize their passions and overcome obstacles to achieve their goals.