Andriana Akua Amegbor

She may be new to the game but 21-year-old Ghanaian actress Andriana Akua Amegbor is already a fan-favourite with her role in the Ghanaian Showmax Original drama series ‘The Billionaire’s Wife.’

Andriana acts as ‘Adepa’, a young woman who fights her way to the top and marries a billionaire (played by Kingsley Yamoah), only to find out that being a billionaire’s wife is the toughest thing she’s ever done.

In this Showmax exclusive interview, Andriana, speaks about what it means to have her first lead role and her biggest inspiration in the Ghanaian film industry and more.

What is it about Adepa that speaks to you the most and that made you take the role?

Adepa doesn’t settle for anything less than what she feels she deserves, therefore, she goes out there and gets what she wants, even though her means may be questionable. I call that a goal-getter.

Adepa has fought her way to get to where she is. Do you relate to her experiences in any way?

Well, I will say that nothing has ever been handed to me; I actually worked for it. I think this is something Adepa experienced and that I can relate to.

What has been the most challenging thing about playing this role?

Being able to cry was actually challenging. I don’t tear up easily but Adepa’s life had a lot of emotional moments where she needed to cry. Somewhere along the line I discovered a trick that worked for me, which made things less challeng­ing.

Anything this character has taught you about yourself?

I’ve always seen myself as a working-class lady but after walking in Adepa’s shoes and experi­encing the luxury, comfort and transformation Bill’s money gave her, I realised I honestly wouldn’t mind being the wife of a rich giver. I didn’t think of things this way until I met Ade­pa. Don’t tell my parents I said this!

How was it directed by Danny Adotey, and working with the entire crew of The Billionaire’s Wife?

It was an amazing experience to be accepted and treated like family. The unity and love on set was beautiful and the fact that everyone kept giving me tips on how to improve on myself made me feel calm, safe, comfortable and that I belonged.

Which Ghanaian actor or actress would you say inspires you the most, and why?

The actress, Jackie Appiah, is my inspira­tion. I find her hard working, really talent­ed, focused, an achiever, a strong woman, reserved and very beautiful. She makes her job seem effortless and I would like to be like her someday.

Why do you think Ghanaians will relate to Adepa’s story?

Ghanaians will relate to Adepa’s story because the majority of us are no strangers to poverty. Adepa is playing the role of their reality. Her means to a better life may be different for every person but her strug­gle is being lived by many.

How has it been acting alongside an actor like Kingsley Yamoah? Any lessons you’ve learnt from him seeing as he’s been in the industry for a while?

Acting alongside Mr. Kingsley Ya­moah was really cool and fun. He’s jovial and this makes working with him very comfortable. He gave me a few pointers when we were on set but the one that really stuck was: “Treat every scene like you are auditioning for the role and give it your very best”. This I will be keeping forever.

By Spectator Reporter