I was tagged as a “local actress” and denied opportunities – Gloria Sarfo Shares Her Story
Gloria Sarfo, the winner of the ‘Best supporting actress’ award at the 8th Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards (AMVCA), recently spoke about her journey in the film industry in an interview on TV3’s ‘Newday’ with Berla Mundi. She shared that her success story has been miraculous and great, as she faced many hurdles in her come up.
Overcoming Hurdles
Gloria revealed that she had been denied roles, sidelined, and even blacklisted for some strange reasons. Many of her colleagues would say that she couldn’t play certain roles, which was discouraging. She also faced criticism for acting in her local dialect, which got her tagged as a local actress who couldn’t reach a large market.
Acting in Her Local Dialect
Despite the criticism, Gloria continued to act in her local dialect. She shared that it was her local dialect that won her the award. She spoke Twi a lot in the movie, and her director encouraged her to do so. She believes that her experience of being disgraced in the past has brought her the award.
Passion for Acting
Gloria’s passion for acting kept her going despite the hurdles she faced. She wanted to do what she loved, and she didn’t let anyone discourage her. She believes that her success story is a testament to the fact that if you have a dream and you work hard towards it, you can achieve it.
Conclusion
Gloria Sarfo’s success story in the film industry is an inspiration to many. She faced many hurdles, but she didn’t let them stop her from pursuing her dream. Her passion for acting and her determination to succeed helped her overcome the obstacles in her path. She is proof that with hard work and dedication, you can achieve your goals.
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