Actress Yvonne Jegede recently opened up in full detail about her decision to go bald for her latest movie, revealing that it was a choice driven by the intense and transformative nature of her role.
In a post she shared on Instagram, she explained with a caption that the character she plays faces deep struggles and an emotional journey that required her to strip away her usual look to embody the role authentically. In her post she said
“I love my job too much not to take risks… I see myself as a tool to convey the appropriate message, if the script deserves it, I will do whatever needs to be done to give the story life.
Apart from this drastic change, I am learning to speak proper Yoruba language
AJA is a love story… A provoking story that will have you on your feet.”
For Jegede, shaving her head was symbolic, allowing her to connect with the vulnerability and rawness of her character, who undergoes a journey of loss, resilience, and personal growth. She shared that going bald was not an easy decision, as it meant letting go of a part of her physical identity, but it ultimately became a powerful, liberating experience that allowed her to step into the character’s shoes more genuinely.
Fans and critics alike have expressed admiration for her dedication to the craft, with many applauding her willingness to take such a bold step in pursuit of storytelling.
Fans worldwide can’t wait to get a glimpse of what she have in stock.
Watch the video of her about to cut her hair
Her caption after she cut her hair
