Every part of my body is sexy’-Zubech Onyia, actress

'Every part of my body is sexy’’

Maureen Nzubechi Onyia fondly known as Zubech amongst her relatives and friends is an actress who takes time to look good. She is one diva that can’t be caught shabbily dressed. In glamorous events, she is known for making heads turn due to her style. Little wonder paparazzi rush to take  shots of her whenever she is on the red carpet. In this exclusive interview with ADAEZE AMOS she talks about her lifestyle and her acting career.

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What is it about you that  your fans are not yet aware of?

Many of my fans are yet to know that I'm a very simple person. When they look at my attires and pictures, most of them have a very different view of who I am. But honestly I'm very simple and private. I cherish my privacy a whole lot although I'm in a profession that makes it difficult to be in a cooler but I value my privacy a lot.

What is the true meaning of your name Nzubechi

Nzubechi is an Igbo name that means God's plan but my friends mostly prefer to call me Zubech.

Tell us a bit more about yourself?

Well, there is nothing much about me apart from the fact that I'm an actress who started acting mainly because of the passion I have for acting. I feel it is a good means of reaching out to people. That was why after graduating from University of Nigeria Nsukka, Alvan Ikoku Campus, Owerri, where I studied Economics I delved into acting. I seriously have a sizzling passion for acting.

Name some movies you have featured in

I have featured in so many movies really which  Sleep Over,7 Books of Moses, Pretty liars, Mafia University, Who Is The Chosen, Festival of Riches, Babes of the ministry.  In fact, I have lost count (laughs) but for now, these are the few I can remember off hand.

Out of all these which one is the most challenging one and why?

The most challenging one is Festival of Riches. Reason is that I played the role of an imbecile. I did it so well that when some of my fans see me, they expect to see an imbecile walking maybe with saliva gushing down my mouth.

If you were not an actress, what/who would you have been?

I would have loved to be a teacher. Yes I know this sounds surprising to you from your facial expression maybe because you know how our teachers are ignored in this part of the country. They are not well paid unlike their counterparts in the western world. But all the same that has not doused the passion I have for teaching. If not for my teachers, I wouldn't have been who I am today. Remember I didn't study Theatre Arts in the university. I studied Economics and that became possible because of good teachers who took their time to teach me and impact the knowledge in me. So, what are you talking about? If that is the only way of giving back to the society, why not? I love to teach and learn as well because when you are teaching, you are also learning. It’s a two-way thing. But because acting has taken the better part of me, that is why I'm not in classroom today.

What exactly makes you happy as an actress?

I can't really say, but I think what thrills me about my acting career is the impression and expression I get from my fans due to roles I have interpreted in movies. I do get kudos from movies I have starred in and that makes me happy. 

Which very role are you in your best to interpret?

As an artiste I can interpret any role. I'm good in what I do and I'm versatile.

How daring are you in romance roles?

Well if I must answer it I will say that I do my best...(laughs). Yes, I bring out my best in romance roles.

Which Nollywood actor have you had a fantastic kissing with?

Haa, how do you expect me to answer this question? Please it is personal, yes it is private. I won’t tell you. My answer to this very question is none!

What is the craziest thing a male fan has ever done to you?

Sketching my picture on my birthday and sending it to me

Now that you have fame, what else are you expecting from God?

I need long life and God's protection. The way some of my colleagues died untimely is not good at all. It’s scary. So, I need long life and His divine protection.

Can you relieve your first experience on a movie set?

That was some three years ago. I wasn't scared but I was nervous and that was natural because it was my first time as a beginner.

What part of your body do you consider very sexy?

(laughs)...Every part of my body is sexy.  In fact, none is too important and none is less important.