Chioma Chukwuka (born March 12, 1980, also credited as Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha or Chioma Akpotha) is a

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actress, director and

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. In 2007, she won the

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for "Best Actress in a leading role" for her performance in the movie "Sins of the flesh", and the Afro Hollywood award for best actress in a lead role in 2010.

Early life

Chioma Chukwuka was born in

Lagos State Lagos State ( yo, Ìpínlẹ̀ Èkó) is a States of Nigeria, state in South West (Nigeria), southwestern Nigeria. Of the 36 States of Nigeria, states, it is both the List of Nigerian states by population, most populous and List of Nigerian state ...

, on March 12, 1980. She hails from Oraifite in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of

Anambra State Anambra State is a Nigerian state, located in the southeastern region of the country. The state was created on August 27, 1991. Anambra state is bounded by Delta State to the west, Imo State to the south, Enugu State to the east and Kogi State ...

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. She completed her primary education at Onward Nursery and Primary School in

, and then proceeded to Federal Government Girls College in

Onitsha Onitsha ( or just ''Ọ̀nị̀chà'') is a city located on the eastern bank of the Niger River, in Anambra State, Nigeria. A metropolitan city, Onitsha is known for its river port and as an economic hub for commerce, industry, and education. ...

for her secondary education. Chioma then headed to

Lagos State University Lagos State University, also known as LASU, is located in Ojo, with sub-campuses at Ikeja and Epe both towns in Lagos State, Nigeria. The university was established in 1983 by the enabling law of Lagos State, for the advancement of learning ...

, where she studied Banking and Finance.

Career

Chioma Chukwuka's acting career began with her debut in the movie "The Apple" in 2000. Chioma also acted in the film ''The Handkerchief'' in 2000. In 2007 she received the "Best Actress in a Lead Role" award at the

African Movie Academy Awards The Africa Movie Academy Awards, popularly known as AMAA and The AMA Awards, is presented annually to recognize excellence among professionals working in, or non-African professionals who have contributed to, the African film industry. It was fou ...

for the movie ''Sins of the Flesh''. She was also nominated for the

African Movie Academy Award The Africa Movie Academy Awards, popularly known as AMAA and The AMA Awards, is presented annually to recognize excellence among professionals working in, or non-African professionals who have contributed to, the African film industry. It was fou ...

for "Best Actress" in the movie "Accident" in 2014. With 20 years of experience, she has starred in more than 350

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movies, produced 6 movies and have many awards to her credit. As a

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, Chioma has produced/co-produced over 8 movies including the award-nominated blockbuster ''On Bended Knees''. Chioma Chukwuka is also a public speaker and mentor.

Masterclass With Chioma

In January 2019, she announced the launch of a capacity-building platform called Masterclass With Chioma, where aspiring talents, especially actors, are taught by seasoned

filmmakers Filmmaking (film production) is the process by which a Film, motion picture is #Production, produced. Filmmaking involves a number of complex and discrete stages, starting with an initial story, idea, or commission. It then continues through scr ...

, screenwriters, actors and other industry professionals on what it takes to make it in the film, TV, and theatre industries.

Endorsement deals

Chioma Akpotha became the brand ambassador for Erisco Foods in November 2018. Chioma Chukwuka has served as a brand ambassador for a number of

n and international commercial brands, including

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Nigeria, a telecommunications company, Omo Detergent and Harpic Cleaner.

Personal life

Chioma Chukwuka married Franklyn Akpotha in 2006.

Filmography

As actress

* 2000: ''The Apple'' * 2000: ''Three Musketeers'' * 2000: ''Handkerchief'' * 2002: ''Sunrise'' * 2002: ''The Final Clash'' * 2003: ''Disguise'' * 2003: ''Handsome'' * 2003: ''Real Love'' * 2003: ''Romantic Attraction'' * 2004: ''Foul Play'' * 2004: ''Unbroken Promise'' * 2004: ''Two Become One'' * 2004: ''Promise & Fail'' * 2004: ''Legacy'' * 2004: ''Home Sickness'' * 2004: ''Heavy Rain'' * 2004: ''Circle of Tears'' * 2005: ''War for War'' * 2005: ''Years of Tears'' * 2005: ''Sins of the Flesh'' – Chukwuka won the

in 2007 for Best Actress for her role in this movie * 2005: ''Second Adam'' * 2005: ''Sacred Tradition'' * 2005: ''Real Love 2'' * 2005: ''Real Love 3'' * 2005: ''Moment of Truth'' * 2005: ''Knowing You'' * 2005: ''Golden Moon'' * 2005: ''Azima'' * 2005: ''Fake Angel'' * 2005: ''Eagle's Bride'' * 2005: ''The Bridesmaid'' * 2006: ''Wisdom of the Gods'' * 2006: ''Zoza'' * 2006: ''Traumatized'' * 2006: ''Total Crisis'' * 2006: ''Tears in My Heart'' * 2006: ''Strange Love'' * 2006: ''Sound of Love'' * 2006: ''Serpent in Paradise'' * 2006: ''Saviour'' * 2006: ''The Saint'' * 2006: ''Royal Insult'' * 2006: ''Royal Doom'' * 2006: ''On My Wedding Day'' * 2006: ''Naked Sin'' * 2006: ''On My Wedding Day'' * 2006: ''Last Dance'' * 2006: ''Holy Family'' * 2006: '' Games Men Play'' , , Directed by

Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen (born 20 June 1971) is a Nigerian film director and film producer. Career Imasuen has worked in the film industry since 1995 mainly as a film director and producer. He currently lives in Lagos. His films feature unexplo ...

* 2006: ''End of Discussion'' * 2006: ''Desperate Ambition'' * 2006: ''Dead in Faith'' * 2006: ''Chinwe Okeke'' * 2006: ''Asunder'' * 2006: ''Ass on Fire'' * 2006: ''Death In Faith'' * 2007: ''Double Game'' * 2008: ''Red Soil'' * 2008: ''World Of Our Own'' * 2008: ''Wind Of Sorrow'' * 2009: ''Odum Na Akwaeke'' * 2011: ''The Throne Is Mine'' * 2011: ''Nne Ifedigo'' * 2012: ''Cry No More'' * 2013: ''On Bended Knees'' * 2014: ''Heart Of Gold'' * 2014: ''Warrior Sisters'' * 2014: ''Aziza'' * 2014: ''Warrior Sisters'' * 2014: ''Sabina Makosa'' * 2014: ''Magic Dragon'' * 2014: ''Unforgiven'' * 2014: ''Police On Duty'' * 2014: ''Village Commando'' * 2014: ''Nwaogo The House Maid'' * 2015: ''Agbaranze'' * 2015: ''Ezi Nwa Di Uko'' * 2015: ''Rain Of Hope'' * 2015: ''Chinasa My Love'' * 2015: ''Nwanyi Nnewi'' * 2015: ''Kamsi The Freedom Fighter'' * 2015: ''The Lioness'' * 2015: ''Amarachi'' * 2015: ''Coffin Business'' * 2015: ''Anelka'' * 2015: ''Udu Bundle'' * 2016: ''Rain Of Hope'' * 2016: ''Evil Coffin'' * 2016: ''Genesis Of Love'' * 2016: ''The Flute Boy'' * 2016: ''Marriage Crisis'' * 2016: ''Sister Maria'' * 2016: ''Akwaeke'' * 2016: '' Wives On Strike I'' * 2017: ''Evil Culture'' * 2017: ''2nd Coming Of Christ'' * 2017: ''Innocent Murderer'' * 2017: ''My Mother My Pain'' * 2017: ''All For Love'' * 2017: ''Heart of Ulimma'' * 2017: ''King Uremma'' * 2017: ''Reign Of Truth'' * 2017: ''God Of Liberation'' * 2017: ''My Mother'' * 2017: ''Jehovah Witness'' * 2017: ''Local Queen'' * 2017: ''Somto'' * 2017: ''Christmas Is Coming'' * 2017: ''Choked'' * 2017: ''Bird Watcher'' * 2017: ''Village Champion'' * 2017: ''The Unforeseen Truth'' * 2017: ''Dangerous Confession'' * 2017: ''Innocent Murderer'' * 2017: ''The Tradition'' * 2017: ''Broken Vow'' * 2017: ''Beyond Trust'' * 2017: ''Tender Heart'' * 2018: ''Sound of Wisdom'' * 2018: ''Let Me Love You 1'' * 2018: ''Let Me Love You 2'' * 2018: ''Deeper Than Pain'' * 2018: ''Desperate Twins'' * 2018: ''In Love Again After Heartbreak 1'' * 2018: ''In Love Again After Heartbreak 2'' * 2018: ''My Drum of Love 1'' * 2018: ''My Drum of Love 2'' * 2018: ''Life After Marriage'' * 2018: ''Immortal Love 1'' * 2018: ''Immortal Love 2'' * 2018: ''Cause for Love 1'' * 2018: ''Cause for Love 2'' * 2018: ''Cause for Love 3'' * 2018: ''Cause for Love 4'' * 2018: ''Cause for Love 5'' * 2018: ''Cause for Love 6'' * 2018: '' The Ghost and the Tout'' * 2018: ''

Lara And The Beat ''Lara and the Beat'' is a 2018 Nigerian drama film, directed by Tosin Coker, starring Seyi Shay, Vector, Somkele Iyamah, Wale Ojo, Sharon Ooja, Shaffy Bello and Uche Jombo. The film premiered on 8 July 2018. Lara and the Beat is a coming of ...

'' * 2019: ''Void'' * 2019: ''For Want Of A Queen'' * 2019: ''In Your Dreams'' * 2019: ''The Street Kid'' * 2019: ''Rain of LOVE'' * 2019: ''Dark Cloud'' * 2020: '' Nneka The Pretty Serpent'' * 2020: '' Omo Ghetto: The Saga''

As producer

* 2013: ''On Bended Knees'' * 2016: ''Cry of the Dead'' * 2017: ''Choked'' * 2017: ''Bird Watcher'' * 2019: ''For Want Of A Queen'' * 2019: ''In Your Dreams'' * 2019: ''Rain of LOVE'' * 2019: ''Dark Cloud''

Awards and nominations

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Chukwuka, Chioma 1980 births Living people Actresses from Anambra State Best Actress Africa Movie Academy Award winners Igbo actresses 21st-century Nigerian actresses Lagos State University alumni Participants in Nigerian reality television series Nigerian film directors Nigerian film producers Nigerian television personalities