Kunle Remi

**Kunle Remi** (born Oyekunle Opeyemi Oluwaremi) is a Nigerian actor known for his versatile roles in Nollywood films and television series. He gained initial prominence after winning the Gulder Ultimate Search reality show in 2010. His career encompasses acting, filmmaking, and directing, establishing him as a prominent figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry. **Early Life and Education** Remi was born on October 18 in Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria. His family later relocated to Ibadan, where he spent his childhood and developed an interest in acting, working as a youth drama teacher as a teenager. For his tertiary education, he studied tourism and hospitality management at Sheffield University. Seeking to further hone his skills, Remi moved to New York City and attended the New York Film Academy, graduating in 2014 with a degree in acting. He later returned to the academy to study filmmaking and directing, graduating in 2015. **Career Progression and Notable Works** Remi began his professional acting career in 2011 following his victory on the Gulder Ultimate Search reality show in 2010. His first on-screen appearance was in the 2012 film *Heavy Beauty*. His breakthrough role came in the 2015 film *Falling*, where he played a key role as a husband in a coma after an accident. He has since been featured in numerous films and television projects. Notable television roles include Oliseh in *The Getaway* (2014), Eric in *Lincoln's Clan* (2016–2017), Zane in *Tinsel* (2016–2017), and Demilade Doregos in *Forbidden* (2018). In recent years, Remi has gained significant critical acclaim for his work in major Nigerian films. His filmography includes appearances in *The Eve* (2018), *Gold Statue* (2019), and *Gone* (2021). In 2021, he took his first official leading role in a Netflix original film, *A Naija Christmas*, where he played Ugo. One of his most celebrated roles is in the 2022 epic fantasy film *Anikulapo*, which further solidified his standing in Nollywood. **Major Achievements and Current Status** Kunle Remi has received several awards and recognition throughout his career. He won the Best Kiss in a Movie award at the Best of Nollywood Awards in 2020. His performance in films has earned him titles such as Best Cinema Actor at the Yoruba Movie Gist Awards in 2022 and Best Actor in a Feature Film at the Cine Paris Film Festival in 2023. Also in 2023, he received the Nollywood Best Lead Actor at the Nigeria Achievers Awards, the African Excellence for outstanding achievement in the field of Media & Entertainment at AFRICON, and the Scream All Youth Award for Best Actor in a Lead Role for *Anikulapo*. Kunle Remi continues to be active in the Nigerian film industry as an actor and filmmaker. As of 2023, he is married to Tiwi.