- Chioma Akpotha learned fluent Yoruba for her role as Queen Amaka in the Netflix series, Seven Doors.
- The Yoruba language used in the series was not the common dialect spoken in Lagos, requiring Akpotha to be intentional about the tone.
- Akpotha’s performance in Seven Doors has received widespread acclaim.
- The series premiered on Netflix on December 13 and features an ensemble cast of Nollywood veterans.
- Seven Doors has been praised for its gripping storyline, well-developed characters, and standout performances.
Nollywood actress Chioma Akpotha has opened up about her preparation for her role as Queen Amaka in the Netflix series, Seven Doors. To authentically portray her character, Akpotha had to learn fluent Yoruba, which she described as a challenging task. She revealed that the Yoruba language used in the series was not the common dialect spoken in Lagos, so she had to be intentional about the tone. Akpotha’s performance in Seven Doors has received widespread acclaim, with many praising her standout performance as the resourceful and steadfast queen. The series, which premiered on Netflix on December 13, features an ensemble cast of Nollywood veterans and has been capturing audiences’ attention with its gripping storyline and well-developed characters.
