Actor Ray Emodi quits Nollywood career for music
Actor Ray Emodi has announced his exit from the film industry, citing traumatic experiences on movie sets and family pressures. In an Instagram video message, Emodi revealed he had filmed
Actor Ray Emodi has announced his exit from the film industry, citing traumatic experiences on movie sets and family pressures.
In an Instagram video message, Emodi revealed he had filmed in life-threatening situations, including a town plagued by violence where gunshots were audible during filming.
He said, "I have stopped acting in films. I quit. There was a time I never thought I would say that sentence for a short period of time, but I won't lie.
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"I have put in a lot of work in Nollywood. I shot a film in a town that I won't mention, but we were literally hearing gunshots. There was like a craziness going on in the town next to our town, and we were still shooting."
The decision, influenced by concerns for his mental well-being, has had consequences.
"This is a decision that has come with a lot of consequences. My family does not support this. It is a family with strict rules and a reputation to protect, which is understandable, and I respect them.
"I respect their decision, and I won't do anything that would bring any stain to the name.
"I have been in crazy situations. I have had some of the best experiences of my life on set, and I won't lie. It is not easy to say no. It is difficult to turn them down when they call you, but I had to say no. I had to stop saying yes", he added.
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Emodi added that he is transitioning to music, releasing a project, and promising quality content.
"I love music. I have always loved music. I make good music. I want you guys to come with me on this journey. I love every single Nollywood fan, and I am not leaving you. I am just going to make music."
Emodi, a leading YouTube actor, previously took a brief hiatus in 2023 due to anxiety issues before returning to the screen.
At the peak of his career, he shared scenes with notable stars like Mercy Johnson-Okojie, Uju Okoli, and Ruth Kadiri, among others, in several films.
