At a time when indiscretion shot some great brands into oblivion and when many have gone comatose due to reckless choice of their brand ambassadors, image perception is the biggest deal to OUD Majestic Luxury Perfume. Little wonder the brand had consciously and smartly settled for the best personalities as its ambassadors and the use of wit in assembling this team is unquantifiable.
So for this edition, we’ve got talented and award-winning actors who are also business moguls and super parents to their kids, Ninolowo Bolanle, Lilian Esoro, Adunni Ade and of course, top model and entrepreneur, Somto Akanegbu.
Ninolowo and Adunni who only got renewed as brand ambassadors for OUD Majestic Luxury Perfume, Lilian and Somto just got signed up, thus, the newest addition to the family.
In this interview, they share with us what makes the brand unique and why people should opt for it, their challenges as actors, models and entrepreneurs among others.
Enjoy the excerpts.
Aduni Ade:
Your contract with Oud Majestic has been renewed as an ambassador, what do you think makes this brand unique amongst other competitors?- Its Originality and consistency in bringing nothing but the best!
How has working with Chika Acholonu, the CEO of Ruby and Pink, and OUD Majestic been?-
Chicka is a kind-hearted soul! Very business oriented! Very giving as well,always wanting everyone around her and beyond to win.
Describe OUD Majestic Luxury Perfume in few words and why people should opt for it.-OUD has an incredible depth to it. OUD Majestic provides you with Top Smells. Smells that distinguishes you from others when it comes to fragrances.
Being a public figure comes with its highs and lows. Do you think having a tough skin against social media trolls and body shaming culture amongst other issues is the way forward for celebrities?
Having tough skin works sometimes but not always. You gotta set things straight at times.
You deliver pretty much any role that comes your way, English/Yoruba, what has been your most challenging role as an actor so far?
Phew! The character I am currently working on. A ghetto chick! Goodness, gracious! It’s a life on its own! The slangs, the movements, the way of expression, completely out of this world! It’s been interesting playing this character.
What is the craziest thing you have ever heard people say about you that is not true?
People will always talk! I can’t focus on that.
Who is that one director/producer you are looking forward to working with and why?
I have a few if I am permitted to mention.I would love to work with Quentin Tarantino. Reason? I love his style of writing and producing in chapters. Gosh! Ever watched kill Bill? Another Director I’d love to work with is Gary Gray. “Set it off” and #Straight outta Compton “ were hits!!! I love the fact he infuses Hip-hop culture in his Films. Lastly, for my favourite movie of all times! I’d love to work with James Cameron who directed one of the Biggest movies of all times TITANIC (which happens to be my favourite movie).
If you have the opportunity to kick start your career over again, is there anything you would do differently?
Ummmm… maybe… or not!
Would you go into directing and producing subsequently as an actor?
I already did that! Produced 2 movies this year, currently filming the 3rd.
What do you have to say to women who derive pleasure in bringing other women down?
What goes around, comes around. It’s not needed. You don’t like something about yourself? Change it. Do you want something for yourself? Go for it!
If you had the opportunity to go on a romantic date with a male celebrity, who would that be and why?
Not on a Romantic Date. But if I had the opportunity to have dinner with a celebrity, it would be Will Smith. He is full of Wisdom and I’d love to tap into his knowledge.
What is that one thing you can’t step out without?
Charm Bracelet
Bolanle Nino:
Your contract with OUD Majestic has been renewed as an ambassador, what do you think makes this brand unique amongst other competitors?
Thank God for grace. What makes OUD unique is the fact that its the first of its kind in the country. Its mass appeal to customers is immeasurable compared to any other brand within its jurisdiction and beyond.
Describe Oud Majestic Luxury Perfume in few words and why people should opt for it.
Classic, affordable and gives you that royal feeling. The scents are exotic and people love it everywhere.
How has working with Chika Acholonu, the CEO of Ruby and Pink, and OUD Majestic been?
Chika is an amazing string, black woman. Young, beautiful and very enterprising. I will call her a leader amongst women. He is the perfect woman for the job.
Do you remember your first movie appearance? If yes, was the experience like?
My first movie appearance was on the set of “what’s within” by Rukky Sanda and yes I was completely nervous but prepared to defeat my fears.
What has been your most challenging role as an actor so far?
My most challenging role so far has to be playing the role of JOBE in the movie Picture Perfect.
If you weren’t an actor, which career path would you have pursued and why?
Hmmm.. honestly I can’t think of this one as I gave everything up to be who I am today. Would do it over again if God desires.
Would you go into directing and producing subsequently as an actor?
Yes I believe so. Will definitely like to produce a few and most likely direct as well.
From the movies you have done so far and the producers you have worked with, which would you describe ‘a hard nut to crack’ and why?
I would say Dimeji Ajibola who is the producer and director of an upcoming movie titled RATNIK. Why because of his abstract vision. When this film drops on the cinemas which is expected in the year 2019 then the world would understand why I choose him.
Tell us about your educational background.
Well, I attended Grace children school in Gbadaga here in Nigeria. Then partially attended Lagos State Model College Igbokuta but later graduated from Senn high school in Chicago. I have a bachelors degree in accounting and finance from Devry university also in Chicago and a Masters in marketing from Keller graduate school of management in Chicago as well.
A lot of ladies consider you a hunk, do you think so too? If yes, tell us how so.
Lol.. well I guess so. Mainly because of my image and appearance.
Who is that one celebrity that Nino is crushing on?
I uhmm haven’t figured it out yet.
What’s your guilty pleasure?
Lets just say I like to have fun.
Lilian Esoro:
. You are going to be working with Chika Acholonu, the CEO of Ruby and Pink, and OUD Majestic as a brand ambassador, what are your expectations?
The company is expecting us all to grow and expand the brand, make more money and remain one big happy family.
How do you think your ambassadorial deal with Oud Majestic, will contribute to making the brand unique amongst other competitors?
*First of all, everyone knows I love the fine things of life, I stand out and make positive impact in anything I’m involved in. So stepping into the OUD Majestic family will contribute drastically to the good of the brand. I will breath, eat and smell Majestic.
In few words, describe OUD Majestic Luxury Perfume and tell us why people should opt for it.
Before getting on board, I have always been an OUD person. So I was more than happy to be associated with OUD majestic brand. I love smelling good. Smelling good they say is good business. So be rest assured that when you wear an OUD majestic cologne, you know you’re not here to play. So if you want to create an impression that lasts long, the smell lingers hours even after you’ve left the building. I’ll advise you get yourself one. That’s what OUD Majestic represents
Being a public figure comes with its highs and lows. Do you think having a tough skin against social media trolls and body shaming culture amongst other issues is the way forward for celebrities?
No! I believe the way forward to any form of bullying is speaking up against it. Having a tough skin really doesn’t solve or take the problem(trolls) away. Trolls will be trolls. You either speak up against it or Totally ignore them and not allow whatever is been said define who you are, because that’s what really makes you tough at the end of the day. The power to ignore. Hard but achievable.
You deliver pretty much any role that comes your way, what has been your most challenging role as an actor so far?
Hmmmmmm…. Thank you!
But hmmmmmm. My most challenging role actually is every new role I get. Because it requires me caging up “Lilian” and getting into the mind of another being for the duration of the shoot. It sounds easy, but trust me it’s tough.
If you weren’t an actor, which career path would you have pursued and why?
If I wasn’t an actor, I’d have been a Fashion designer or an interior decorator. I love recreating and redesigning things and spaces. I have a good eye for them.
Would you go into directing and producing subsequently as an actor?
Maybe sometime down the line, I’ll go into production, Directing is a huge cap that unfortunately doesn’t fit everyone.
Know your field and be king in it!
8. How do you handle co-parenting and your so engaging career as well as being an entrepreneur?
Wow. Honestly I don’t know how I do it. But I see myself getting by somehow. A lot of self had to be given up for a successful co-parenting. Not an easy part but a lot of sacrifices have to be done from both end. For the happiness and sanity of the our son. I’m glad it’s working and everyone is happy, business and career is booming I’m grateful to God.
Who is that one celebrity that Lilian is crushing on and why?
No one unfortunately.
What’s your favourite local meal?
Give me egusi and pounded yam or starch and owo and then you can have my bank cards.
What’s your guilty pleasure?
Shopping.
Oh noooo! I have a lot.
-Number 1 on the list is perfumes, I have over a 100 bottles -Number 2 is bags
-NUMBER 3 is shoes
-Then Wrist Watches, lol.
Hi my name is Lilian Esoro and I am a SHOPAHOLIC.
Somto Akanegbu:
1. Briefly tell us who Somto is.
Somto’s , an Endearing Guy, with a passion for fashion, Acting & Lifestyle. An IT Analyst by profession and an Avid Fragrance connoisseur.
2. How do you think your ambassadorial deal with Oud Majestic, will contribute to making the brand unique amongst other competitors?
OUD majestic represents elegance and class, and having such ambassadors on board can envisage all these qualities to the consumer, making them top picks on the mouth of different fragrance lovers.
3. In few words, describe OUD Majestic Luxury Perfume and tell us why people should opt for it.
OUD majestic perfumes, the scents are overwhelming, I would definitely turn back if I perceived the scent anywhere. Plus, the longevity and silage is off the chart.
4. You are going to be working with Chika Acholonu, the CEO of Ruby and Pink, and OUD Majestic as a brand ambassador, what are your expectations?
I expect nothing but the very best, Chika is a lovely person, with a lot of kind words to her name, I’m expectant.
5. How long have you been modelling and how did it all start?
I’ve been modelling for two and a half years now, and it all started when a friend of mine got me into a shoot for a popular Lifestyle and Ticketing company, and the Director of the shoot kept telling me the nicest things , and from there, I knew there was a life for me in front of the camera . That’s where my journey literally began.
6. Have you any runway experience yet, if yes, how was your first experience like?
Yes, I’ve had the experience twice. It was heart grinding because I felt everyone was just looking at me, and I’m there wondering what these people are possibly thinking. But it was surely worth the experience. I’d definitely try it again sometime.
7. What has been your biggest challenge as a model?
That’s a dicey one, I’d say conflict of interest .
8. How do you intend to stay relevant in such a competitive industry?
(Chuckles) Well, there’s a famous saying, “a magician never tells his secrets“. I’d have to let you look out for that one, and you’d be the judge.
9. Hint us about your educational background.
Those who know me know I’m an IT fanatic. Studied Information Systems in a prestigious Nigerian University and I’m also CompTIA certified.
10. Being a public figure comes with its highs and lows. Do you think having tough skin against social media trolls and body shaming culture amongst other issues is the way forward for celebrities?
I can relate to this a lot, because at a point in my life I was over-weight and the slightly falling into depression because of trolls, but hey look at me now, I’m banging, and no one is trolling. You can only get trolled when you loosen up and let it get beneath your skin, no matter your skin type, condition or body weight, be proud and embrace it, only you have the power and choice to alter your physical appearance, and not anyone else.
I think we should all look up to Chantelle Winnie, the model with Vitiligo and how she has embraced it and become a source of inspiration to others who have the condition. So I don’t think having a tough skin solves anything, but embracing who you are and making the best out of it.
11. Who is that one celebrity that Somto is crushing on and why?
Hahaha, I don’t do crushes anymore.
12. If you weren’t a model, which career path would you have pursued and why?
I would have been a forensic analyst and consultant having previously worked in one of the top four accounting firms in Nigeria, I got to experience a bit of the forensic world, and let’s just say the thrill of investigation and analysis is captivating.
13. What’s your favourite local meal?
Ofe nsala and oat meal with seasoned chicken breast and perfectly boiled yam in the soup served with some cold palm wine .
14. What’s your guilty pleasure?
I’m in love with that after gym pain, don’t judge me , haha.
