Veteran actor Kanayo Kanayo has made a case against producers who concentrate on certain faces in their choice of cast.
He said they were working against the interest of established actors.
The outspoken filmmaker lamented on Instagram that some sponsors are were again prioritising popularity over talents, stifling the careers of skilled actors who may not fit the traditional mold of a “marketable” star.
This trend, Kanayo warned, is detrimental to the industry’s growth and creativity, as it overlooks the very talent that drives artistic innovation and excellence.
Kanayo said: “I have decided to take my destiny into my own hands as it pertains to my channel on YouTube. I have decided to tell a good story. It doesn’t have to be with a fine face. Movie-making is not about being a fine face. It’s about being a good actor, a good performer. If you don’t like it, that’s unfortunate.
“Some of these guys will tell you they are not free from September 2025 till August 2026. How do we sustain the content of what you watch? How then do we create magic? How do we create stories or encourage new actors to come into the business if it’s only the self-acclaimed faces on YouTube? It’s not good for the industry.”
