Popular content creator and actress Kemi Ikuseedun, widely known by her comedy persona Mummy Wa, has opened up about the challenges of being typecast in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
In a recent interview with Pot-Pourri, the skitmaker shared her desire to explore more dynamic and versatile roles beyond her usual comedic character. While acknowledging the strong connection audiences have with Mummy Wa, she expressed her readiness to show a different side of her talent if given the chance.
“Every time I go on set, it’s ‘Please give us that Mummy Wa vibe. And I understand it, the character connects deeply with people. But I always remind them that while I love Mummy Wa, I’m also an actor with range. So, I’ll give you that Mummy Wa magic if the story calls for it, but I’m also open to roles that show other sides of me. Even Mummy Wa sef no be only comedy she sabi, sometimes she get depth,” she said.
Kemi emphasized that while she enjoys playing the beloved Mummy Wa, she is eager to take on roles that challenge her and showcase her depth as a performer.
Beyond acting, she also reflected on the pressures of fame and the importance of emotional honesty in the public eye. She urged fellow celebrities to occasionally reveal their human side, though she was quick to add that vulnerability should always be a personal choice not a duty.
“It’s a tricky one. Fans follow you because you make them happy, but they forget that you’re human too. I think it’s important to be honest sometimes, to show that even the people who make you laugh also feel pain, confusion, or pressure. But we don’t owe anyone our pain. Vulnerability is a choice, not an obligation. When I share, I do it because I want someone to feel seen, not because I feel pressured. Na balance we dey find , not oversharing, not pretending,” she added.
She concluded by stressing the importance of finding balance being authentic without feeling the need to overshare or perform a perfect image.
