In a candid interview, Nollywood legend Joke Silva opened up about personal and professional challenges, including the recurring false rumors surrounding her husband, Olu Jacobs.
Silva criticized the people behind these rumors, labeling them insensitive and damaging. To cope, she simply turned off her phone to avoid incessant calls and appreciated the support from friends who countered the misinformation online.
Reflecting on her acting career, Silva revealed her intentional avoidance of explicit roles, stating that subtlety often resonates more deeply with audiences.
She believes such scenes are often included for shock value and favors storytelling methods that maintain respect for viewer imagination.
Silva is passionate about Nollywood’s evolution, arguing that global streaming platforms haven’t diminished its cultural relevance.
She also expressed concern about the industry’s focus on younger stories, urging content creators to explore narratives about older adults and intergenerational experiences.
Beyond acting, Silva is committed to women’s advocacy, inspired by her mother’s dedication to women’s and children’s issues.
She highlighted the importance of nuanced female roles and emphasized her work with the Forum of Women in Film and TV to improve workplace conditions for women in entertainment.
