Big Brother Naija former housemate Queen Mercy Atang has spoken about her first time meeting with actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele.
The reality star had met the award-winning filmmaker at Toke Makinwa’s daughter’s dedication during the weekend.
Sharing photos of her and Funke, Queen revealed that she didn’t let the box office queen go until she was done pitching her brand. She expressed how honoured she was to meet Funke, whom she described as a talented, rare gem and a true legend.
Queen said her meeting with Funke was a case of I will not let you go unless you bless me. She expressed gratitude to the filmmaker for the time.
“This little girl in the cinema business had the honour of meeting an incredibly talented, rare gem today, a true legend, @funkejenifaakindele. Trust me, I didn’t let her go until I was done pitching my brand. @banexcinema It was truly a case of “I will not let you go unless you bless me.
Thank you so much, ma. I’m deeply honoured.
All glory to God, someday soon. Queen Mercy x Funke x @banexcinema.
I can never fail”.
Yoruba actress, Debbie Shokoya had expressed gratitude to Funke for promoting her movie. Describing Funke as an amazing woman, Debbie revealed that this was the least Funke had done for her, but she promised not to cast it.
Actress Kudirat Ogunro had appreciated Funke Akindele for her motherly love. She appreciated the famous actress’s prayers and said the filmmaker wouldn’t be missing.
Nkechi Blessing had praised Funke, hailing her for being a force, unstoppable and undefeated. She appreciated Funke for believing in her, even though she had been distant, as she made it clear that she didn’t take her love for granted.
Actor, Monsuru Ayanfe had shared his experience working with Funke. He recalled Funke’s behaviour toward him when he crashed her car, which left him shocked. He described the filmmaker as someone who gets angry easily but apologises when she is calm.
Veteran actress, Tola Oladokun praised Funke, recounting how she got in contact with her and crediting her with helping her career. She also recalled how she missed her first opportunity to work with Akindele but was given a second chance and has now gotten more opportunities with her.