Nollywood legend Kanayo O. Kanayo is shaking up the scene by calling out a worrying trend in the Nigerian movie industry. He warns that casting on YouTube now favors looks and popularity over true acting talent, risking the future of authentic storytelling.

Determined to change the narrative, Kanayo is taking control of his own YouTube platform, vowing to focus on skill rather than superficial appeal. He stresses the importance of giving real actors a chance and keeping creativity alive in Nollywood’s evolving landscape.

Despite the challenges, Kanayo remains hopeful that this phase will pass, urging the industry to value talent above all.