Adunni Ade, a Nollywood actress, was brought to tears upon learning she had been honored with Mo Abudu, Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, Biodun Stephen, and other famous figures. Adunni was included in the elite group of female filmmakers named by the Nigerian Box Office as the best in 2022.
Adunni, who was overjoyed by the accolade, posted on her Instagram page to express her sincere thanks. When she looked back on her career, she said that a decade earlier, when she first entered Nollywood, she loved Funke Akindele and her well-known character, Jenifa, who frequently exhibited the same traits as Adunni whenever she came across Nigerians in Kentucky. Adunni revealed a charming interaction she had with Funke Akindele in New York, which increased her respect for the actress.
Being celebrated alongside these influential women in film left Adunni in awe. She expressed her gratitude to Funke Akindele for her support and spoke of the day they eventually worked together in Season 2 of "Jenifa." Adunni also mentioned director Jade Osiberu, whose film "Sugar Rush" inspired her to embark on her own filmmaking journey, leading to tears of inspiration and the start of planning for her own project. Adunni acknowledged her desire to work with Jade Osiberu in the future.
The actress expressed her gratitude to Biodun Stephen, whom she had met upon arriving in the country, and expressed her desire to work with him. She also expressed gratitude to Mo Abudu for her participation in "Sons of the Caliphate," applauding her persistent commitment to the film industry.
Adunni concluded by thanking Filmoneng for the honor and emphasizing that there are still two more projects in the making. She also hinted that her creative journey is far from complete.
Adunni Ade's emotional reaction and sincere gratitude are a reflection of the solidarity and support found within the Nollywood community. Her participation on the esteemed list serves as motivation for developing actors and filmmakers while also highlighting her talent and contributions to the field. As Adunni's career continues to flourish, fans eagerly await her upcoming projects and the collaborations that lie ahead.
