Why I often play witch roles in Nollywood movies - Mama G

Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwo, widely recognized as Mama G, has shed light on her prolific career, particularly her frequent casting as a villain. Ozokwo, speaking in a recent interview, suggested that her signature roles as antagonists are not merely a product of industry demand but a "divinely assigned calling."

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I think God gave me that niche.

During a live-streamed interview hosted by content creator Carter Efe, the legendary actress addressed the public's curiosity about her consistent portrayal of wicked characters. The interview clip quickly gained traction on social media, igniting discussions among film enthusiasts.

"I think God gave me that niche," Ozokwo remarked, emphasizing that her recurring typecast as a "wicked woman" felt like a calling. She further elaborated on her approach to these roles, stating, "When you give me those roles, I try to bring everything in them." She believes her performances serve as a cautionary tale, illustrating the negative outcomes of poor choices and bad behavior.

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I hate every ill because I don’t like injustice, war, and rancour. When you give me those roles, I try to bring everything in them.

Ozokwo views her on-screen villainy as a method of social instruction through storytelling. She aims to demonstrate the repercussions of negative actions, urging viewers to consider the ultimate consequences of their lives. "Know what will happen to you if you live a terrible life, and know what you will gain if you are a good person," she advised, framing her work as a tool for moral guidance.

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If you are taking part in any of them, you have to be careful and know the end thereof, for the end justifies the means. Know what will happen to you if you live a terrible life, and know what you will gain if you are a good person.