- Sandra Okunzuwa is overjoyed after receiving a shoutout from renowned actress Genevieve Nnaji in a video.
- Sandra Okunzuwa's latest film, Something like Gold, is currently streaming on Netflix, and she has been actively promoting it
- Genevieve Nnaji's thoughtful gesture towards Sandra Okunzuwa has earned praise from fans and fellow celebrities, who have taken to social media to express their admiration
Nollywood actress Sandra Okunzuwa expressed her gratitude to her senior colleague Genevieve Nnaji after receiving support for her recent film, Something Like Gold, which is now available on Netflix.
On Wednesday, January 8, Okunzuwa shared a video featuring Nnaji, who praised her talent and encouraged viewers to watch her movie. Okunzuwa expressed her disbelief at receiving such recognition and emphasised her admiration for Nnaji, stating she looks forward to achieving great things with her.
She shared: “Over the weekend, I experienced a moment I've dreamed of my entire life I met the Queen, Genevieve Nnaji @genevievennaji For the first time ever, I froze, Words failed me as I stood before someone who has been a monumental source of inspiration to me. Growing up, I would often imagine this moment meeting her, perhaps even working with her someday.”
She further expressed how she was star-struck at the sight of the veteran actress. She added:
“When I finally saw her, she was everything I hoped for and more: warm, gracious, and truly lovely. I nervously shared my recent milestone, Something Like Gold, and her response left me speechless. She looked at me with genuine pride and said, "I'm proud of you." Those words felt like a hug for my soul,
Nnaji referred to Sandra as a star and complimented her beauty. She stated: “She said something I'll never forget: "It's Black Girl Magic. That meant everything to me. Genevieve, I promise to keep making you proud. From the depths of my heart, I love and appreciate you more than words can express. Thank you for reminding me that dreams really do come true.”
However, The post was reposted by Nnaji, which was a joy for Sandra. Expressing her shock, she took to her page @SandraOkunzuwa to share her joy, stating, “Somebody pinch me because I'm screaming right now! The Queen herself, @genevievennaji, posted me! She wants YOU all to watch my movie "SOMETHING LIKE GOLD" on Netflix! Joy is indeed coming! See you on the job, Queen. I love you so much!”
Fans gush over Sandra Okunzuwa's post about Genevieve Nnaji
The post garnered positive reactions from fans who appreciated the exchange between the two actresses.
Here are some of the comments below:
@zunder_aranda: "2025, Genevieve is active, Runtown is active. It is going to be a good and interesting year I no go lie.
@pretty_precious_akayahweh: "God when.”
@stannze: "Awwww this is so adorable."
@topeolowoniyan: "Women actually supporting women." @chukwudumebi_official: "I don watch the first video like 2million times, it's so pleasing to watch, u will be smiling without knowing, black girl magic."
@maryebele_: "The favorite duo we’ve always needed." @darealbblondon24: "Weldon Sandra you dey try abeg no cap and I love you too . Sometimes I repeat some of your movies I have watched you are very talented." @call_me_emejo: "Who no like Genevieve, omo even our elderly people who are not in social media love her so so much."
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