By Adesoba Toluwalope
Nigerian Model and TV presenter, Idia Aisien, recently added a new title, to her line of work as she starred as a lead role in a movie, ‘Nneka the Pretty Serpent’.
Aisien has earned her name even though it was her first attempt in acting.
However, the actress had disclosed the challenges she had while filming, especially the kissing scenes with co-star, Kenneth Okolie, she said it was much easier to master the fight scenes than kiss scenes.
In an interview during a private media screening of the movie, the TV presenter turned actress told Sunday Scoop that kissing was tougher for her while filming.
She said, “There were a lot of fight scenes but it was actually harder for me than the fighting. It felt awkward doing something so private in a room full of people.
“It was a lot to process for me. Now, people know what my pre-wedding pictures would look like.”
The actress stated that she still finds the whole production of the movie as being ‘unreal’ to her. She revealed she was skeptical when she went for an audition for the role.
She added, “When I went for the first audition, I did not know I was going to get the part. They wanted someone that could play two characters at the same time and I think they liked what they saw. Till now, it still seems unreal to me.
“However, I am a very determined and dedicated person, so even when I did not think I would get the role, I gave it my best.”
Aisien revealed things she had to do to get into character, giving credit to coaches and people who assisted her towards it. She said, “To get myself into the character, I worked with an acting coach. I also learnt how to speak Igbo, swim and fight. For the fight scenes I worked with fitness coach, Uzi Kwendu.
“Being an actress is beyond just going on set and delivering one’s lines. If one does not push oneself, one would not go that far. I was by terrified by this experience but I am definitely going to do it again.
“The director, Tosin Igho, was also very helpful. My biggest takeaway from this project was how much I learnt. In the future, I wouldn’t also mind directing.”
The actress also revealed the reactions she got from family members and how well received it was.
“My family members don’t usually watch Nigerian movies but they said I did a good job because they did not even think I could act.
“However, my sister said there were a lot of kissing scenes in the film and I ‘kissed too much’. I have also got a lot of positive feedback from many people,” she added.
