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  • I’m unmarried because I see relationships through a script – Actor Nonso Diobi

    I’m unmarried because I see relationships through a script – Actor Nonso Diobi

    Actor Nonso Diobi has shared the reasons behind his unmarried status, attributing it to his struggle to separate his on-screen persona from real-life relationships.

    In an interview with Labista, the seasoned actor reflected on how his upbringing in the spotlight shaped his approach to romance.

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    “I grew up on TV and don’t know what it means to be a regular guy. I’ve tried to build relationships that would lead to marriage, but there was something I was doing wrong. I was seeing them through a script”, he said.

    Diobi, known for his roles in numerous Nollywood films, admitted that his immersion in the entertainment industry blurred the lines between scripted romance and genuine connections.

    Despite his efforts to find a lifelong partner, he acknowledged that his tendency to approach relationships as if they were scenes from a movie hindered his prospects.

  • Nonso Diobi credits Hilda Dokubo for Nollywood break

    Nonso Diobi credits Hilda Dokubo for Nollywood break

    Actor Nonso Diobi has revealed how his resemblance to veteran actress Hilda Dokubo played a key role in securing his first major acting role in Nollywood.

    Speaking on the Nollywood Hardcore podcast, Diobi shared his struggles, recalling how he attended over 1,000 auditions without success.

    His breakthrough came when Hilda Dokubo noticed him on a movie set and saw a resemblance between them.

    Read Also: Why I vanished from movie scene – Nonso Diobi

    “She spotted me and saw something in me that others didn’t,” Diobi said, reflecting on the turning point in his career. Her support opened the doors that had long been shut, paving the way for his rise in the industry.

    Diobi explained: “Back to the story of how I got my first movie role. I was at an audition and I started hearing people calling me from afar. I approached. Before I could get close to them, Hilda Dokubo said, ‘This young boy looks like me. He can play my brother.’

    “That was how I finally got my first role after three years and more than 1000 auditions. I didn’t even audition for it.”