Ifeoma Ifeka Doris…to date Ifeoma you must be loaded
Nollywood fast-rising pretty actress, Ifeoma Doris Ifeka, studied the English Language at the prestigious University of Lagos (UNILAG). The soft-spoken actress will be 26-year-old by 9th September 2022, as a growing child she thought of becoming a nurse but fate took a different turn and she found herself acting in characters written by movie directors.
The gentle 5.8ft tall thespian grew up in Lagos, despite being given birth to in Jos, an environment that taught her the Hausa language.
Doris who has acted in over 50 moves, attended Bachel Model College, Ogba and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in the English Language.
It will surprise you that the Creekvibes Stamp of Excellence Award is the first award she is getting as an actress, she was nominated for Most Pretty Nollywood Actress Of The Year 2022 and the joint committee chose her to have more entries.
According to the Most Pretty Nollywood Actress Of The Year 2022, Genevive Nnaji inspired her acting prowess while growing up, and in the first movie she acted in, 2008 titled ‘Critical Condition’, Genevive Nnaji acted as her mother.
Presently these seven actors made the list of her favourite actors; Genevive Nnaji, Adesuwa Etomi, Blossom Chukwujeku, Nse Ikpe Etim, Fredrick Leonard, Osuofia and Yul Edochie.
She is a fashionista that loves clothes designed by Mango, Zara, and Miskay, she fancies wristwatches by Swatch, shoes designed by Zara; Christain Louboutin, and bags made by Charlie&puth.
She took some questions from Creekvibes OLUWADAMILARE DANIELS.
Excerpts;
What makes you go angry?
I don’t like anybody looking down on me, or disrespecting me because I respect everyone.
Has there been a scenario where you were not given preferential treatment because you are not a popular actress?
It happened sometimes in the past while I was just starting my career, but not anymore.
Where and how did it happen?
Oh, laughter… it’s not that serious. I think it is part of the prize I paid as a new entrant.
What is the highest price you paid in creating a niche for yourself?
The highest price I’ve paid? I will say… my time, sometimes when I work I don’t get paid because I was passion-driven.
Where you okay working without payment?
Yeah, I was surrounded by people who show me, love, like when I started I kept money aside; I just love what I was doing.
At that time who was bankrolling you?
General laughter… no comment on that o.
What does it take to date Ifeoma Doris Ifeka?
Haaaa, to date me? Firstly I am not single, and to date me is simple, I love humble people, if you must date me you must be loaded, I don’t care about your looks, I go for your personality, you must be caring, understanding and be ready to support my career.
Are you married?
Not yet, but I am in a relationship not too serious?
Going by your age, I was just wondering. So when should your fans be expecting your wedding invite?
I am not considering marriage, for now, I still have a few more years to build my career before tying the nut.
What if a well-loaded dude comes and proposes marriage will you still say ‘no’?
For now, I am not ready?
What advice can you give a young lady who is inspired to be an actress?
She does not owe any movie director or producer anything apart from a good act.
Can you give ‘3’ dos and ‘3’ don’t in a relationship?
Dos: Honesty, Transparency and good Communication.
Don’ts: Lies, Lack of communication, Toxic
What is the best gift you have ever been given?
I am open to meeting people of affluence anything can happen.
Have you ever dealt with performance anxiety?
Off course, I do that a lot especially when I get on a new set where I don’t know anybody.
How do handle such situations?
I always encourage myself, when I think of my mum, and my family and how much they love me, It brings out the best in me.
Which movie did you play a lead role or a sub-lead?
In most of my movies, I played lead roles.
Mention three movies you played lead roles in?
‘Tangled’, ‘Before I go’ and ‘Chimamanda’
How do you relax after a hectic day’s job?
I ensure I have a sound sleep.
What is your favourite food, and how good are you in the kitchen?
Spaghetti and croaker fish, I am a very good cook but, I don’t enjoy cooking.
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