Shola Sobowale is a multi-talented personality hailing from Nigeria, excelling in various aspects of the film industry. With her diverse skill set, she has established herself as a prominent Nigerian actress, adept screenwriter, accomplished film director, and successful film producer.
Real Facts About Shola Sobowale
Gender: Female
Age: 59
Date of Birth: 26 December, 1965
State of Origin: Ondo State, South-Western Nigeria
Marital Status: Married
Parents: Joseph Olagookun, Esther Olagookun
Spouse: Oludotun Sobowale
Occupation: actress ,film producer
Education
After her primary and secondary school education in Ondo State,South-Western Nigeria, she enrolled at the University of Ibadan with the intention of studying music.
However, driven by her deep love for acting, she made a change and pursued a degree in Theater Arts.
Marital Status
Sola Sobowale entered the sacred bond of marriage with Oludotun Sobowale and was blessed with a loving partner, along with the joy of raising their children.
Career
Sola Sobowale started her acting career by taking on various roles in movies produced by Awada Kerikeri Group, led by Adebayo Salami. She has been involved in writing, directing, and producing Nigerian films over the years.
In 2010, she wrote, produced, and directed a film called “Ohun Oko Somida” that starred Adebayo Salami. She also appeared in the 2004 film “Dangerous Twins” and “Family on Fire,” both directed by Tade Ogidan. However, her most notable performance to date was in the movie “King of Boys” (2018), where she played the character of Eniola Salami, a powerful and ruthless businesswoman and politician known as “The King of Boys.”
Filmography
- Wives on Strike: The Revolution (2019)
- Gold Statue (2019)
- Shadow Parties (2020)
- In Case of Incasity (2020)
- King of Boys: The Return of the King (2021)
- Aníkúlápó (2022)
Awards
- 2019, Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in the movie “King of Boys”.
- 2023, Africa Magic Viewers ‘ Choice Awards for the Beat Supporting Actress in the movie “Aníkúlápó”.
