Zeal Chigozie Atuanya | |
|---|---|
| Born | 13 September 1980 Agu-Ukwu Nri in Anambra |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Enugu State University of Science and Technology |
| Known for | Directing and production |
Zeal Chigozie Atuanya// (born on 13 September 1980, Aba, Abia State) is a Nigerian actor, producer and entrepreneur.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Chigozie Atuanya was born in Aba, Abia State but hails from Agu-Ukwu Nri in Anambra State. He holds a B.Sc. in Public Administration from Enugu State University of Science and Technology.[3]
Career
[edit]He made his screen debut in a 1998 film titled King Jaja of Opobo and has since gone on to produce and star in several films.[3] He was once a model for Delta Soap, appearing in one of their television commercials.[4]
Selected filmography
[edit]- Rattle Snake 3
- Evil Forest
- Lumba Boys (2008)
- Ladies Gang (2011) as Mike
- White Hunters (2010)
- Floating Feelings (2005) as Robert
- My Sweet Sister (2006)
- Double Slap (2006)
- Royal Palace (2005)
- Chetanna (2015) as Emeka
- Brother's Keeper (2014) as Assassin 1
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award ceremony | Prize | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 2011 City People Entertainment Awards | Best Actor | Won | [5] |
| 2015 | 2015 Zulu African Film Academy Awards | Best Actor Indigenous (Male) | Won | [6] |
| 2016 | 4th Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards | Producer of Best Indigenous Language Film (Igbo) | Nominated | [7] |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Ezeh/Nigeriafilms.com, Maryjane. "Chigozie Atunaya Leaving The Movies For The Field? - nigeriafilms.com". Archived from the original on 5 June 2016. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
- ^ "Nigeria: I'll Preserve Igbo Culture With Movies - Atuanya". Retrieved 6 June 2016.
- ^ a b "Happy birthday to Chigozie Atuanya, born September 13!". 13 September 2015. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
- ^ "Birthday Mates: Chigozie Atuanya and Monalisa Chinda (Born September 13) - Nigeria Movie Network". Retrieved 6 June 2016.
- ^ stephen. ""With God, nothing is impossible," says Nollywood Actor Chigozie Atuanya". Archived from the original on 10 August 2016. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
- ^ "Photos: Queen Nwokoye & Chigozie Atuanya Win Best Igbo Actress & Actor Of 2015 Awards At Zafaa - Nollywood, Nigeria, News, Celebrity, Gists, Gossips, Entertainment". Retrieved 6 June 2016.
- ^ "Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards 2016: The full winners' list". Archived from the original on 30 July 2019. Retrieved 6 June 2016.
External links
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