On the occasion of Nollywood director Kemi Adetiba’s birthday, actor Chidi Mokeme has delivered a deeply moving tribute that left the celebrated director in tears. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Chidi expressed his admiration for Kemi, recounting the unforgettable moment their paths crossed and praising her exceptional talent.
Chidi revealed that his first encounter with Kemi started with a mutual wish, initially expressed through a simple tweet. As fate would have it, their paths crossed in person during the making of a project titled “TKAM,” marking the beginning of a significant connection.
Describing Kemi as a “King Woman” and a “Bruce Lee of Visuals,” Chidi acknowledged his profound admiration for her work. He shared the emotional impact of working under her direction, recalling a specific scene that left an indelible mark on his psyche. The actor confessed to crying the entire night, unable to detach himself from the emotional depth of the character’s pain, ultimately awakening with renewed respect for Kemi’s directorial prowess.
Raining praises on Kemi, Chidi emphasized her uncanny ability to guide actors to discover their characters’ truth, a skill that has earned her acclaim and accolades. He concluded the tribute with birthday wishes, referring to Kemi as the “Director’s Wife” and expressing confidence in her and multitalented director Oscar Heman-Ackah’s potential to bring Oscars to Nigeria.
In response to the touching tribute, Kemi Adetiba questioned whether she truly deserved such heartfelt words, expressing gratitude and acknowledging the emotional impact of Chidi Mokeme’s message.
The birthday celebration comes against the backdrop of Kemi Adetiba’s impactful career, recognized even by international media such as CNN. The emotional tribute from Chidi Mokeme adds another layer to the appreciation of Kemi’s talent and influence in the Nigerian film industry.
