The Drummer girl, Ademola
Olanilua also known as Ara, in an interview open up on something vital issues
and her personal life. She said things her fans will like to know about her. She
talked on her career, relationship, living as a single mother and a lot more.
Seat back and read more here after the cut…
Before your hit song with
Tuface, you were quiet on the entertainment scene, what have you been up to
lately?
I was taking time out to heal
from my broken marriage. I have since released another video, Yanke. I also
just recently produced my first movie, Osunfunke.
Are you now healed from
the trauma of your failed marriage?
I am healed.
Are you in any relationship
at the moment?
Yes. I won’t give a name. I
really I don’t want to talk about him.
Why did you go into
movies?
My mission is to promote the
culture and tourism of the different states in Nigeria through my movies. The
Osun State was the first state we signed with. I am an icon and my brand is
associated with culture. I have a voice and face that is recognised and
respected. I have represented Nigeria internationally at different levels and
made Nigeria proud. All I am asking is for like minds like me to work with me.
I also urge people who have passion for their culture and for sponsors to also
come on board.
Are you leaving music for
movies then?
No, I am not leaving music. I am
combining both of them.
Why did you start with
movie production, one would have thought you would begin with acting first?
I also acted in the movie. I
played the lead female in the movie I just produced. The lead actor is Ricardo
Agbor. I did some stage plays back in school too.
How was your experience as
a movie producer?
It was hectic but very
interesting. I love it. The challenges were not so many because I was prepared.
The most difficult aspect was getting funds for the project but after that, it
wasn’t much of a challenge. I had it all planned out.
Are you still as good with
the drum as you were when you were younger?
Yes. I am still exceptionally
good with my talking drum. The older the wine, the better it tastes.
How come you no longer
wear your long braids trademark?
I don’t carry it as often as I
used to but my clients have to pay specifically for it. The price depends on
who is talking to us. I also had to cut my hair because it started breaking
off. After braiding continuously for over 12 years, the hair started rebelling.
One would have thought you
would have launched your child’s acting career with your new movie?
There was really no role as such
for him.
Is he showing signs of
going into entertainment?
He is showing signs already. He
has ear for beats but he is not a good dancer. He loves singing. He loves
drums; especially set drums and talking drum. He is five years old. He can’t
play the talking drum very well yet.
How do you juggle your
music career which is mostly stage performance with movie production and
motherhood?
Trust me it is not easy but I am
dedicated and focused. I spend quality time with my son so when I have to
travel or leave home, he understands and we keep in touch on phone over 20
times a day. My mother and elder sister also help me a lot. He also has a
nanny.
What other projects are
you involved in at the moment?
I have a talk show “Ara
Special” and that’s the latest from me. We are shooting the pilot edition
shortly.
Did you always want to be
a singer?
A singer was what I wanted to
be. Well, I would have been working in the house of God. I would have been a
prophetess.
Why a prophetess, do you
see visions?
Yes.
Don’t you think you would
have done better then as a prophetess giving the fact that pastors now own
private jets?
You are looking at the financial
gains, I am not. I never did.
Did you see a vision that
your marriage would break-up?
I saw it.
Has your vision helped you
in your career?
Yes it has. It has also helped
people around me too.
Can you share some
testimonies?
I wouldn’t want to. They are
personal.
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