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Whatever individuals like Pele is to the football world and Brazil, Michael Jackson is to the Americans and the music industry, that is what Genevieve has become to Nollywood, Nigerians, and Africans at large. There are few things that have placed Genevieve in this position and we just have to take a look at them.
Genevieve whose style, talent and amazing performances in several movies and on the red carpet have captivated millions of fans both in Nigeria and all over the world stands out as the finest in the industry even in the latest era of Nollywood.
1. TALENT
Genevieve is an embodiment of talent and that is why the American mega show talk host Oprah Winfrey described her as the Julia Roberts of Africa. Genevieve is a figure that emanates fire from the screen. She started at a very young age, but grew to become this talented woman every producer wants in their movie.
She brings a character to life. Nigerians first fell in love with Genevieve in the movie “IJE” which sold millions of copies that year. So far, Genevieve’s talent has given her over 300 movies and still counting.
2. CARRIAGE
it is not all the actors and actresses that understand the meaning of being a celebrity. As a celebrity Genevieve has taken too many steps but has overtime learned how to live with them.
This explains why she has amazingly captured the hearts of millions of people. Good dress sense, humility, mild romance with the media are only but few things you can say about the pretty actress that has taking her far. She carries herself like a queen and a role model.
Many young Nigerian women who want to get into the movie industry look up to her. Although Genevieve has topped many gossip magazines with some scandalous stories, most of them are cheap talks/ mere rumours, and that’s what comes with fame. But yet, she has the strength of a goddess and walks around with poise most women her age admire.
There is no doubt that the Nigerian movie industry known as Nollywood has grown to be a force to reckon with in the world today. Behind this emerging and powerful industry lies the exceptional actress whose face has grown and helped to make the industry very more attractive.
3. SENSE OF BUSINESS
The entertainment industry is an open business world where people either play to win or lose. It is not just enough to be in the industry but also knowing how to stay in the industry and remain relevant.
Genevieve has become even better than she was yesterday with diversity added to her acting business. She has mastered the industry and gives in her best at all times so that she can equally be remain at the top.
When Genevieve’s style started transforming and girls started dressing like her, She felt the need to start up a clothing line – St Genevieve which she later handed over to Zizi Cardow to handle for her because of her busy schedule.
Although Genevieve hasn’t ventured into the business of making or producing movies unlike some of her colleagues, she picks the movie she appears in. Her PR firm is London based with well trained agents who put all their efforts in making sure Genevieve doesn’t fall into the wrong kind of business. Not so many of our celebrities have understood the importance of P.R.
4. RESPONSIBILITY AND READINESS
This is the area where most actors and actresses miss it all. It is not just about the money but the meaning given to the profession. Genevieve Nnaji shows humility, leadership skills, character, sincerity, honesty, dedication and seriousness to the profession she has heartedly pursued with passion all of her life.
Amazingly no actress or actor in nollywood has the number of dedicated fans as Genevieve. She has the genuine love and support of her fans that have grown over the years and Genevieve makes sure she doesn’t let them down. She represents Nigerian women in all areas.
5. PERFECTION
Until a celebrity decides to be perfect in the game, then there is never a moment to become powerful. This is not all about business management but rather building on how to be a mentor so that the star can reach out on every occasion as demanded by the profession and then in turn get rewarded. It is the desire for perfection in the game that creates the harmony that is required to record success.
Fans of Nollywood or Hollywood understand why the desire to see some certain persons in movies and this is one of the things that have made Genevieve exceptional.
She has perfected her skills, style, etiquettes, etc as it affects the brand – Genevieve Nnaji.
6. STYLE
Genevieve is the most stylish Nigerian actor. A title that she has held on to for many years. She’s a red, black, yellow carpet favorite with her outstanding fabulous outfits.
