‘Why Nollywood Actors Struggle’ — Patience Ozokwor Speaks on Lack of Royalties
Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has sparked conversations online after speaking out about the financial realities actors face in the industry.
‘Why Nollywood Actors Struggle’ — Patience Ozokwor Speaks on Lack of Royalties
Veteran actress Patience Ozokwor has once again drawn attention to a long-standing issue in Nollywood. In a video that has gone viral, she explained that many actors are only paid once for their roles, with no royalties after production. According to her, this is one of the reasons some actors struggle financially later in life.
Unlike in better film industries, many Nollywood actors are paid a one-time fee for their appearance in a movie. No matter how many times the movie is aired or streamed, there are no additional earnings. This means actors don’t benefit from the success of projects, no matter how successful they get.
Her statement has helped people understand why many industry veterans face financial challenges despite having starred in countless films. She also pointed out why many actors are now turning to platforms like YouTube. That by creating and uploading their own content, they can earn from views and ads and build a more sustainable source of income
Her statement highlights one of the longstanding problems facing Nollywood actors, and hopefully, more actors will come out to speak on this topic to create meaningful change.
Source: TrendyBeatz
