Nigerian content creator and actress Sophia Chisom, popularly known as Real Soso, has spoken about her journey from producing social media comedy skits to establishing herself as a recognised actress in the Nigerian film industry, commonly known as Nollywood.
Real Soso began her career creating short-form video content for social media platforms, where she built a following through her comedic performances. She has described how the positive audience response to her skits gave her the confidence to pursue acting more seriously, eventually transitioning into full film and television productions.
In interviews, she has discussed the challenges of being taken seriously as an actress after starting out as a skit maker, noting that the Nigerian entertainment industry has historically drawn a distinction between social media creators and traditional screen actors. She credits consistency and deliberate effort to improve her craft as key factors in bridging that gap.
Real Soso has also spoken about the importance of authenticity in her work, both as a content creator and as an actress, and has encouraged other young Nigerians with creative ambitions to leverage digital platforms as a starting point for broader entertainment careers.
