In Nollywood, acting isn’t just about fake tears and shouting "my husband!" it sometimes demands serious sacrifices. And what’s more serious than letting go of your precious crown of glory? Yes, we’re talking about Nollywood actresses who took the ultimate leap: shaving their heads bald for a movie role.
Some did it for the passion, some for the paycheck, and some because... well, who says no to millions?
Now, before you start clutching your wig, let’s get into the juicy gist.
1. Oge Okoye
When Oge shaved her head for "Blackberry Babes Reloaded" (no, not the one you’re thinking), fans were stunned. She reportedly got paid ₦1.5 million extra on top of her acting fee. Apparently, the director said, “We need pain in your eyes,” and she said, “Give me the money first.”
2. Mercy Johnson
This woman doesn’t play with her roles. For "Heart of a Widow," she went full bald and still gave us top-tier drama. Rumor has it she pocketed a smooth ₦2 million. Mercy said, “Hair grows back. Money doesn’t grow on trees.”
3. Chika Ike
Chika Ike stunned everyone when she shaved her head for *"Moment of Tears."* She cried real tears when the clipper touched her scalp, but laughed all the way to the bank with ₦5 million. Yes, five!
4. Uche Jombo
For "Holding Hope," Uche went bald to play a cancer patient. It was such a powerful performance, people started calling her "Aunty Hope." She reportedly earned an extra ₦2.5 million for the transformation.
5. Toyin Abraham
She took it off for "Elevator Baby," and fans didn’t even recognize her. When asked if she regretted it, she said, “For ₦3 million? I’ll shave it again!”
6. Fathia Balogun
This veteran Yoruba actress pulled the bald move in *"Makomi."* Word on the street is she got ₦1.8 million, plus a lifetime supply of gele to cover it up.
7. Angela Okorie
Angela went bald for *"Unholy War,"* and her followers didn’t recognize her for weeks. She bagged ₦2 million and a hair growth oil endorsement. Smart girl.
8. Nse Ikpe-Etim
Known for her intense roles, Nse shaved it all for "Reloaded." She earned ₦3 million and a standing ovation from fans who knew that wig life was real.
9. Ini Edo
This one surprised everybody. For "Mirror in My Soul," Ini took the plunge and collected ₦2.2 million. “Hair today, money tomorrow,” she joked.
10. Adesua Etomi-Wellington
Adesua went bald in "The Island," and said she felt "free." Free and ₦4 million richer, to be exact.
They say beauty is pain, but in Nollywood, beauty is business. Would you go bald for a movie role if the price was right?
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