Nollywood actor Chimezie Imo says human experiences and personal struggles influence the characters he chooses to portray, noting that he is drawn to roles that reflect the complexities of everyday life.
Speaking during a panel session at NECLive 2026, Imo said he looks for characters with compelling personal circumstances and emotional depth rather than roles defined solely by their actions in a storyline.
The actor explained that characters dealing with personal challenges appeal to him because their experiences make them more relatable to audiences.
He cited Nimbe, a character navigating difficult experiences, and Elijah, who lives with asthma, as examples of roles that reflect the kind of human stories he enjoys exploring.
According to Imo, the personal circumstances surrounding such characters are important because they offer opportunities to portray different aspects of human life.
He noted that the struggles, vulnerabilities and experiences of fictional characters can make their stories more meaningful, allowing audiences to connect with them beyond the events unfolding on screen.
The actor’s approach highlights his interest in exploring the emotional realities behind fictional roles, particularly characters whose personal circumstances mirror experiences people encounter in everyday life.
Rather than focusing exclusively on what a character does within a film, Imo considers the experiences that shape the character’s behaviour and decisions.
His preference also reflects the importance of emotional depth in storytelling, where personal challenges can give characters greater complexity and make their journeys more engaging to viewers.
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