Actress Bukky Wright is returning to Nollywood After more than 15 years in the diaspora.
The 57-year-old said she was excited to take on important parts and start a new chapter in her career as she announced her return to the Nigerian film business.
Bukky talked about her experience working on the set of Bukola Ogunsola’s Something About the Briggs after her return.
She expressed gratitude for the opportunity, saying, “It felt really good. It actually gave me the opportunity to see all these people again. I haven’t seen them in years.”
Despite her long hiatus, Bukky views acting as a natural talent she has always possessed.
“If it’s inbuilt, then it’s inbuilt. Nothing can take it away from you,” she said, adding that even when taking on minor roles, her passion and skill remain unwavering.
Her role in Something About the Briggs, set for release on January 31, showcases her talent.
Bukky has also revealed plans to stay in Nigeria to focus on her acting career.
“I’ll stay. I’m going to do more movies in Nigeria here during my stay. I have more projects coming, and I’m here to stay,” she affirmed.
Since her debut in 1996, Bukky Wright has graced the screen with performances in classics like Saworoide (1999), Iyore (2014) and When Love Happens (2014).
