Nollywood filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele has spoken candidly about the emotional weight that comes with being in the spotlight, confessing that she regularly deals with stress and anxiety away from the cameras.
Speaking during an interview with CNN, the box-office star explained that her lively and cheerful public persona does not always reflect her private emotional state. According to Vanguard, she revealed that the constant scrutiny from the public often pushes her to release her emotions in isolation.
"I cry. I lock myself in the room, cry, break down, and hit the bed. But I just pick myself up and come back to life," Akindele shared.
The filmmaker also reflected on how external opinions have weighed on her mind over the years, leading her to second-guess her choices. She recounted internal battles where she would worry about public criticism, asking herself how people might judge her if she made a mistake.
Over time, Akindele noted, she has developed ways to deal with those doubts and face life's challenges directly. She explained that she no longer permits public judgment to define her self-worth or guide her personal path.
Beyond coping with judgment and the demands of stardom, the movie producer stressed the necessity of looking after one's mental and physical health. She emphasized that balancing professional drive with self-care and staying connected to family and loved ones remains essential.
Akindele, widely celebrated for hit productions like "Jenifa's Diary" and record-breaking box-office titles including "A Tribe Called Judah" and "Battle on Buka Street," continues to stand as one of the most prominent creative figures in the Nigerian film industry.
