Nollywood actress Etinosa Idemudia has spoken out about the impact a challenging movie role had on her mental health.
She revealed that portraying a witch in the series “Blood of Enogie” for three months led her to seek therapy.
“The role an actor gets is a function of how the casting director perceives such actor,” Etinosa explained. “After playing some characters, it rubs off on you… I had to go for therapy to come out of that witchcraft persona.”
Etinosa highlighted the emotional weight that acting can carry, citing examples of actors whose on-screen roles have led to real-life romances and marriages.
Etinosa Idemudia played a witch in “Blood of Enogie” for three months. The role significantly affected her mental health and psyche. She underwent therapy to disconnect from the character.
Etinosa’s experience sheds light on the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by actors. Her courage in sharing her story aims to raise awareness about the emotional toll of acting, encourage actors to prioritize mental well-being, and reduce stigma around seeking mental health support.
