By Tosin Clegg
Just as fine wine ages with time, Nollywood Actress, Kehinde Bankole has yet proven herself as a true master of her crafts as she delivered yet another stellar performance in the captivating film, Adire.
Budding from her role in one of Nigeria’s biggest TV series, Super Story she has evolved as an actor who not only interprets role excellently but gives life to the characters making viewers appreciate undisputed acting skills. With several movies to her credit she has become better and built her career to be viable as the years unfolds.
A new lead role in Adire, tells the story of a retired prostitute seeking redemption as it weaves a compelling tale of resilience and transformation. Escaping her tumultuous past, she resettles in a quaint town, where an unexpected twist of fate leads her to establish a lingerie-making business. Using her signature Adire material which not only created exquisite pieces but inadvertently becomes a symbol of empowerment for the conservative women in the community.
Leading the cast of exceptional actors of the likes of Femi Branch, Ibrahim Chatta, Damilola Ogunsi, Yvonne Jegede, Ifeanyi Kalu, Yemi Blaq, Mike Folarin, Funlola Aofiyebi, Adebola Adeyela and a host of others, Kehinde bore it all giving her role a life of its own and a true expression of what artistry is. She has evolved as an actress and in her recent castings she has given producers and directors bliss for how she bursts her character into life and ensure viewers get a deep feel of what it is to portray who she acts as.
Her character masterfully explores the complexities of redemption, the resilience of the human spirit, and the transformative power of unlikely connections. With stellar performances and a thought-provoking narrative, the film seamlessly weaves together themes of empowerment, forgiveness, and the pursuit of a second chance. As Adire’s journey unfolds, audiences are taken on an emotional rollercoaster, prompting reflection on the strength found in breaking free from the threads of one’s past. Social media have served different remarks on the movie since it was released but Kehinde’s outstanding performance was one everyone won’t be in a hurry to forget.
