Charles Awurum
Charles Awurum | |
|---|---|
| Born | Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Alma mater | University of Calabar |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian and movie director |
Charles Awurum /ɑːˈwu.rum/ is a Nigerian actor and comedian.
Early life[edit]
Awurum grew up in Lagos State and had aspirations to be a professional actor whilst from a young age. He wrote to the producers of Village Headmaster (discontinued Nigerian soap opera) that he aspired to be part of the soap opera cast. Eventually he got an invitation from the producers, but could not feature on the show due to his young age and minimal support from the people and his local community.[1] He stuck to acting drama in church as well as his school he attended.[2]
Career[edit]
Awrum started out acting in his church as well as his school so as of the time of graduation from college, he was already a good and versatile actor, he came into Nollywood taking only 'serious' roles, he later at a point in his career decided to do only comedy roles which in initial stage and conception of this idea, he was denied due to his "mean looks".[3]
Endorsement deals[edit]
In 2014, Awurum became a brand ambassador for multinational telecommunications company Globacom owned by Nigerian businessman Mike Adenuga.[4]
Hosting award shows[edit]
The 2016 'Award of Excellence', organized by Magic Lens Africa Film Academy Awards (MAFAA), was hosted by Charles Awurum.[5]
Personal life[edit]
Awurum has been married since 2005 and has 3 children.[6][7][8] He is of the opinion that God will punish all those that fail to vote in the upcoming 2023 general election.[9]
Selected filmography[edit]
- A Country Called Ghana (2024)
- The Rising Sun (2023)
- Lockdown (2021) as Papa Sunny
- The Album (2020) as Ihejirika
- Trusted Enemy I & II (2016) as Johnbull
- Gold Dust Ikenga (2015) as Raymond
- Jack & Jill I & II (2011) as Kelvin
- Most Wanted Kidnappers I & II (2010) as Mgada
- Yahooze Prophets I & II (2009)
- Marcus 'D' Millionaire I & II (2008)
- Away Match I & II (2007) as Edwin
- Fools on the Run (2007)
- Game Fools Play I & II (2007) as Theo
- JohnBull & Rosekate (2007) as Anthony
- Lost in the Jungle I & II (2007) as Sumo
- Toronto Connection I & II (2007)
- Four Forty I & II (2006) as Odoh
- Silence of the Gods I & II (2006)
- Store Keeper I & II (2006)
- The Barrister I & II (2006) as Jonah
- The Journalist I & II (2006)
- Friends & Lovers I & II (2005)
- I Need a Man I & II (2005)
- Nothing For Nothing I, II & III (2005) as Acho
- No Way Out I & II (2005)
- A Million Madness (2004) as Nsi Udene
- Love & Marriage (2004)
- World Apart I & II (2004) as Godwin
- Under Fire (2003)
- Sweet Banana I & II (2003) as Okezie
- Battle Line I & II (2002)
- Ifeonye Metalu (2002) as Priest
- Wisdom & Riches I & II (2002)
TV series[edit]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Awurum, Charles (30 January 2015). "Nigeria: Charles Awurum - My Embarrassing Moments". This Day (Interview). Interviewed by Mary Ekah. Lagos. Retrieved 19 February 2019 – via AllAfrica.
- ^ Awurum, Charles (19 February 2019). "Bleaching is a sign of inferiority complex – Charles Awurum". The Punch (Interview). Interviewed by Saturday Beats. Retrieved 20 December 2019.
- ^ Awurum, Charles (14 June 2014). "People don't see me as a serious person — Charles Awurum". Vanguard (Interview). Interviewed by Benjamin Njoku. Retrieved 19 February 2017.
- ^ Dachen, Isaac (7 July 2014). "Comic Actor Charles Awurum Set To Become Glo Ambassador". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 4 February 2017.
- ^ Njoku, Benjamin (18 November 2016). "When Charles Awurum honoured Nollywood patrons". Vanguard. Retrieved 3 February 2017.
- ^ Ogbeche, Danielle (3 August 2016). "I fasted 7 days for a wife - Actor, Charles Awurum". Daily Post. Retrieved 19 February 2017.
- ^ Njoku, Benjamin (30 July 2016). "My girlfriend's mum blocked our marriage plans- Awurum, top Nollywood actor". Vanguard. Retrieved 20 December 2019.
- ^ Omogbolagun, Tope (30 November 2019). "My marriage…with Charles Awurum". The Punch. Retrieved 20 December 2019.
- ^ Olowolagba, Fikayo (18 July 2022). "2023: God will punish those who don't vote - Charles Awurum [VIDEO]". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 2 August 2022.
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