Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has disclosed that he intends to venture into acting as he expands his footprint in the entertainment industry.
The award-winning singer made the revelation during a recent interview with Vibe Q, where he spoke about his growing interest in filmmaking and other creative projects beyond music.
Davido said he has already taken steps into the movie business by serving as an executive producer on two film projects. According to him, his long-term ambition is to appear on screen as an actor.
“I want to get into movies. I want to start acting soon. I have invested in two movies already as an executive producer. I also have a documentary coming. It is very, very big. And yeah, I do want to act at some point in the future,” he said.
The singer also revealed that a documentary chronicling aspects of his career is in the works and will be released soon, although he did not disclose a release date.
Speaking on his music journey, Davido described the entertainment industry as one that constantly evolves, noting that artists must continue to adapt to changing trends and creative opportunities.
He credited his successful career to the support of his fans and expressed gratitude for the opportunities he has enjoyed in the music industry.
“God has blessed me with an amazing career and fans. I wouldn’t ask for another type of career. Music is what I love and music evolves just like technology. There’s always a new sound, a new creative idea and a new way to tell your story,” he added.
The latest revelation suggests Davido is looking to broaden his influence beyond music, joining a growing number of Nigerian entertainers who have successfully combined careers in both music and film.