- she would centre the narrative on mature women navigating modern realities
- Bello noted that she is drawn to stories that explore how life experiences mould women into who they eventually become
- Bello stressed that society often mislabels it as romance, overlooking its deeper meaning
Veteran Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello has offered fresh insight into how love is often narrowly defined, arguing that it goes far beyond romance to include emotional depth, purpose, and spirituality.
Speaking during a conversation on VJ Adams’ show Off The Top, Eko Hot Blog reports that the actress reflected on womanhood, storytelling, and the gaps she believes still exist in film representation, particularly for women of an older generation.
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Bello explained that if given the opportunity to executive-produce a film, she would centre the narrative on mature women navigating modern realities with strength and dignity.
According to her, cinema rarely captures the experiences, struggles, and beauty of women who have lived through multiple life stages.
She described womanhood as a layered journey, comparing it to the gradual blooming of a flower, with each phase shaping character and resilience.
Bello noted that she is drawn to stories that explore how life experiences mould women into who they eventually become.
Referencing her role in Christmas in Lagos, where she starred alongside Richard Mofe-Damijo and Wale Ojo, the actress said the film struck a chord with women across different age groups.
She revealed that many viewers reached out to express how refreshing it was to see stories that reflect their realities and emotions.
On love, Bello stressed that society often mislabels it as romance, overlooking its deeper meaning. She described love as a profound and spiritual force, adding that it should not be reduced to surface-level attraction or sentiment.
The actress also touched on discipline and professionalism, stating that punctuality plays a key role in how seriously one is perceived, both within and outside the entertainment industry.
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