Nollywood actress Osas Ighodaro has become the centre of online debate after a recent on-screen kiss was criticised by viewers as unconvincing. The viral clip has since renewed calls for the introduction of intimacy coaches in Nollywood productions.
One viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “That kiss was so bad, Nollywood really needs intimacy coaches. It’s 2025, we can’t keep watching scenes that look this awkward.
Intimacy coaches, widely used in Hollywood and other film industries, help actors perform sensitive scenes such as kissing, romance, or sex in ways that feel authentic while respecting personal boundaries.
Their absence in Nollywood has often been linked to awkward portrayals of intimacy on screen.With Nollywood’s rapid expansion on global streaming platforms, critics argue that adopting such professional practices is necessary to meet international standards.
While Ighodaro’s scene may have divided opinion, it has succeeded in spotlighting an important conversation about the industry’s evolving approach to storytelling and performance.
