ENTERTAINMENT

Waakye Talks Career, Marriage, Ministry With Giovani

Published

5 years ago

05/15/2019

Lionel

Veteran comic actor, Prince “Waakye” Yawson, has lifted his ban on speaking to the media.
In a rare interview with 3 FM’s Giovani Caleb, several months after a self-imposed exile from the press, the actor, screenwriter, and now, pastor-in-training, has looked back on his illustrious career, current trends in comedy, as well as his life as a minister of the gospel.
Discussing his road into ministry, Waakye recounted how, over several years, he kept getting messages from men of God, that he was destined to be a preacher.
“It started right here [TV3]. A lady told me that a man of God had told her to tell me that God wants me to work for Him[…] Then, Anytime I go to church, the pastor would call me, in front of the congregation, and tell me:’ look, God wants you to work for Him.’ It continued for a long time–[and] I kept changing churches; and every church I go [sic] to…same message.”
Waakye submitted to Giovani that this caused him to avoid going to church, in his quest to avoid such messages and the pressures thereof. Following that, “certain things kept happening,” compelling him to finally heed to the call.
Currently, single, an introverted Waakye indicated his desire to get married again, as it is required of pastors.
“As a man of God or as a preacher, you have to marry–and since you are a man, you have the urge to meet a woman. If you do that outside marriage, it’s something else, because the Bible tells us to flee from sexual sins. Even if you are married and you sleep with another woman outside your wife [sic], it’s also sin. So, why shouldn’t I marry, so that whenever I have the urge to meet with any woman, I can do so?”
Intrigued, Giovani probed: “so you’re marrying because of sex?”
“No, marriage is not about sex,” Waakye clarified. “Marriage is about friendship. You need someone to jaw-jaw with.”
Asked if he is seeing someone, Waakye replied in the negative, assuring though, that it will happen when the time is right.
Waakye also bemoaned the current state of the movie industry, conceding that it’s suffering, due to a lack of structures, the menace of piracy, as well as the “, push him down syndrome.” He also lamented the current trends in comedies, troubled at how the culture of insults has replaced true comedic performance.
On what roles he missed playing, Waakye cited his “house boy,” recounting fondly how it allowed him to freely express his creativity.
He would still accept movie roles today but favors priestly roles.
Touching on the nuggets for success, Waakye emphasized the place of modesty: “In everything, you need to respect. Humility is everything. If you’re the best, and you’re not humble, forget it, because, no matter how high you go, if you don’t respect; if you’re not humble, you’ll be brought down–so humility is everything.”
Waakye hails from Ekumfi Otuam and first broke to mainstream fame via TV drama series “Obra”. He has also appeared in popular films like Ogboo and Man Woman.

ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked Queen J Achieves Academic Excellence In Denmark

Published

2 months ago

06/04/2024

Lionel

Revered Ghanaian musician, Wicked Queen J, based in Denmark, has made a remarkable achievement in the academic realm, successfully completing her two-year program in Pharmaceutical and Psychology at ‘Sosuh’, one of Denmark’s most prestigious secondary education and vocational schools specializing in health sciences.

With flying colors, Wicked Queen J has demonstrated her intellectual prowess and dedication to excellence, excelling in a rigorous course that combined the in-depth study of pharmaceuticals, psychology, and related laws. Her comprehensive training encompasses managing and caring for mental health disorders, authorization law, psychopath law, sympathetic law, medical laws, and service laws, showcasing her unwavering commitment to making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

As part of her professional development, Wicked Queen J will undertake a four-month service at the esteemed Psychological Institute Psychiatric Hospital, honing her skills and expertise before commencing full-time service at the same hospital, contributing to the nation’s healthcare sector.

Notably, despite her demanding academic schedule, Wicked Queen J continued to nurture her music career, releasing the chart-topping anthem “I Kill For 2” featuring Yaa Pono and Natty Lee, which remains a staple on radio and music outlets, showcasing her artistic versatility and talent.

To celebrate this milestone, Wicked Queen J’s hit single “I Kill For 2” is available below.

ENTERTAINMENT

Greatness Produtions To Premiere ‘TRAPPED’ On 13th July, 2024 At The CCB Auditorium (KNUST)

Published

2 months ago

06/01/2024

Lionel

TRAPPED is a suspenseful thriller masterpiece based on the events of a true life story, that sheds light on love, betrayal, heartbreak and mystery. The narrative constitutes a married couple with 2 children, where in an event of infidelity the eruption of a myriad of occurrences stems from the other party. TRAPPED employs a psychological path that will keep you at the edge of your seat. You simply would not want to miss out on this piece.

The entire production, comprising pre-production through to post-production elapsed a total of 5 months, with 2 parts of the story to have been filmed some 2 months earlier. Then, the final part produced and pieced together later over a month, followed by a month more which was scheduled for location scouting, grants, and rehearsals.

Filming the final parts took 2 months in total, followed by 2 more months for editing (post-production). The entire production of TRAPPED took place in Kumasi with all locations considered.

TRAPPED is produced and directed by Kwabena Adubofour Agyei-Agyemang, popularly known as ‘Kobbyshots’. Casty Dampson served as the writer and co-director in tandem with Kwaku Edusei Acquah doubling as a script analyzer and an actor. Roland Nsiah Asare, otherwise known as Maxi Made, took charge of the sound department of the film.

Tickets & Premiere Date
TRAPPED will be premiered on the 13th of July, 2024 at the CCB Auditorium (KNUST), Kumasi. Official premiere tickets are currently on sale with an online ticketing platform as well.
Single ticket – 50GH
Double ticket – 80GH
Student – 40GH

Short code for buying tickets online is, *718*900#

To get your tickets kindly contact 0570409777/ 0504018454 /0542236420 /0544893237

Cast
Dr. Likee, Sis.Salo, Allo Maadjoa, Seven Kizs, Tubhanimuziq, Jessica Adu-Boahen(Awuraajay), Ebenezer Winnerman(Hefty), Tessy Lawson, Kwaku Edusei Acquah, Linda Nsiah(EPee), Curtis Osei Kuffour, Sani Enchill, Angelina Osei, Ophelia Osei(Madova), Lucky Mckell, Acheampong Sarkodie Frederick, Gideon Abire(Pages), Deltin Luscious Divine Asare-Bediako Jnr, Afrifa Smith Charles, and many more amazing characters gave their all to bring this story to light.