Nonso Diobi Opens Up About His Rivalry with Mike Ezuruonye in Candid Video

He talked about the anticipation among fans for a rivalry, explaining how they persuaded filmmakers to pair them up due to their special chemistry and connection.

 

Nigerian actor Nonso Diobi has addressed rumors of rivalry and the constant comparisons with fellow actor Mike Ezuruonye.

In a candid interview with Labista, Nonso shared insights into their parallel paths in Nollywood, addressing issues like rivalry, identity mix-ups, and fan assumptions.

He pointed out that he entered the industry before Mike and reminisced about a significant moment when they collaborated on a film together. Nonso acknowledged that early in their careers, fans would often confuse the two, leading to mistaken identities.

Rather than allowing this confusion to create animosity, Nonso emphasized that they transformed it into a strong friendship.

Moreover, he spoke about the expectations from fans regarding their rivalry and explained how they managed to persuade directors to cast them in projects together, capitalizing on their distinctive connection and chemistry.

Watch the Video Below;

“The fans wanted a rivalry.”

Nonso Diobi shares thoughts on his comparisons with Mike Ezuruonye. pic.twitter.com/JYvX86n5ld

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