Funke Akindele Defends Use of Dance Videos to Promote Movies Amid Criticism
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has hit back at critics questioning her use of dance videos to market her films, calling the criticism dismissive and unfounded.
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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has defended her use of dance videos as a promotional tool for her movies, responding to critics who have belittled the strategy. She explained that the approach originated as a creative way to market her films and connect with audiences.
Akindele emphasized that the dance videos were not mere entertainment but a deliberate marketing tactic rooted in understanding audience engagement. “Stop belittling my work,” she said, pushing back against perceptions that such methods undermine the seriousness of filmmaking, according to Legit.ng.
The actress revealed that the idea began as a way to promote her own productions more effectively, leveraging viral trends to boost visibility. “I started using dance to sell my movies because it works,” she said, as reported by Naija News. The videos have since become a signature element of her brand, drawing both praise and criticism.
Some industry observers have questioned whether dance-centric promotion diminishes the artistic value of films. Akindele rejected this notion, arguing that innovation in marketing should be encouraged, not ridiculed. Her stance has sparked broader debate about creative autonomy and evolving promotional norms in Nollywood.
Akindele remains steadfast in her approach, maintaining that results justify the method. As one of Nigeria’s most commercially successful filmmakers, her promotional model continues to influence others in the industry.