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Kehinde Olasehinde says he can’t use ‘Pa James’ outside Papa Ajasco and Company
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Credits Wale Adenuga for fame, first car, financial growth
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Actor laments irregular jobs, says side hustle now necessary
Veteran Nollywood actor, Kehinde Olasehinde, popularly known as Pa James, has revealed that his screen name has been trademarked by producer Wale Adenuga, restricting him from using it outside their productions.
Speaking in an interview, the actor said his role in Papa Ajasco and Company brought him widespread recognition and improved his financial situation.
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“I still work with Wale Adenuga. He has been good to me. The show gave me more popularity than my earlier Yoruba films. Financially, he tried for me — I bought my first car when I started working with him,” he said.
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He, however, noted that production has become less consistent over the years, affecting his income flow.
“Back then, we worked consistently, but now we may shoot a few episodes and not be called again for up to two years. These days, you need a side hustle to survive,” he added.
Olasehinde explained that while he is free to act in other films, he is unable to use the name ‘Pa James’ due to trademark restrictions.
“I can feature in other movies, but I’m not allowed to use the name ‘Pa James’ because it has been trademarked,” he said.
He also disclosed that his earnings have increased over time, rising from N2,500 per episode in the early days to about N45,000 per episode currently.