Nollywood actress, Oluchi M Nnaemeka popularly known as Sharon Francis has come a long way to be one of the hottest divas in the movie industry. She’s not only witty, smart, sexy and of course, talented but also a free-spirited firebrand that can get into any act she desires.

In a recent interview with Vanguard, the Anambra State-born actress, Delta State University graduate of psychology opens the door to her heart, letting us explore the many aspects of her personality as well as those things that make her tick.

“You know, I am an African woman and I’ve come to accept that my liberties are limited but if this wasn’t Africa, I am so going to be Rihanna! She’s a legend in a way that you have to grab a bit of her no matter how uptight you are. I live free; I snap a whole lot and have nothing to fake. I go to the cinema and hang out with whoever comes my way with fun because it makes life easier and keeps me younger. But career wise, I would like to say ‘respect’ to Angelina Jolie; an idol that compromises nothing. I would jump into a river with a hooked rope as far as Nollywood. I would flaunt my sexuality in a way you can never hate. She gives me confidence and believe me, there’s a whole lot of spirituality attached to that kind of dedication,” she says with an air of gleeful elation.

Sharon Francis says she’s living her dream as acting has always been what she wanted to do from childhood. According to her, she started acting at the age of six. But the breakthrough came her way just over 12 years ago.

“It was September 4, 2011. I will never forget that date. After so many auditions, I was pronounced perfect for a role in the movie “Shattered Mirror” starring Majid Michel and Nkem Owoh. The feeling was profound and amazing. It hasn’t been so rosy, I must say but that big man up there has been faithful. My victories have been more than my defeats because I have done so many films that I cannot count them. Guess what? There isn’t a single movie of mine that has not been a blockbuster,” she beams with pride.

Sharon Francis has done many spectacular movies in her long career, but would never forget one particular movie “Matters Arising” which set her adrift on course to the limelight. According to her, the movie gave her the much needed boost and confidence which define the trajectory of her career.

The movie “Matters Arising “ was shot in Enugu State, starring Majid Michel, Ruth Kadiri and my humble self. I pledge allegiance to that movie because it contributed to my boost and confidence as an actress. The intriguing part was knowing that I had to play Majid’s side chick, that he was so in love with. This actor, being the best I had seen then made me pull out the best of every rest and shooting with him was a big accomplishment. Pascal Amanfo who happens to be a friend and a director grabbed that opportunity to teach me very little secrets I needed as a weapon for stardom and it has been leading on quite well,” she recalls.

Some of the movies she has starred in include Street of Canaan, Black Cats, Red Mafian and others.