SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT

Okay guys, 

How are we all doing? Lots of things going on right now. The good, the bad and the ugly.

I had better point out the obvious just in case you fail to see or just not into it.

I'm sure a lot of you know what's up around the world...these famous terrorist attacks, killings every where, war, famine and all. Be it in Africa, Europe, America, Middle East, well...Now Asia has joined the endless list...which by the way is sicken.

And there is also the senseless killings of black people, senseless and baseless wars, Kidnapping, Child prostitution and pornography and all the other madness.

The terror and craziness these extremists on leach on the world, is freaky scary and worrisome, which makes you imagine what must have happened during world war 1 & 2 (I'm so sure whatever is depict is nothing compared to what really happened).

Have you noticed that even the so called 'head of nations' don't have any real answers to these terrors raging everywhere. Everyone seem to be confused and powerless. The more we speak of peace, the more the war rages. The more we speak of love, the more we see hate related crimes.

So this got me thinking, that if indeed the stories told about rapture is indeed true, then my friends, I believe it is high time we need to re-evaluate a lot of stuff. 

I'm sure for some of you, you don't know what the heck I'm talking about.

So for those of you who are clueless about what I'm talking about! Let me give you a quick run down. And please don't row those eyes at me, just open your mind. You need to just hear me out, I mean Seriously! Now we are talking theoretically here. "If" is the key word now, okay?

So, according to bible scholars, after rapture happens, a lot of things will kinda look the same but really it isn't. But prior to that event, people will become meaner, more selfish, harsher and lot of other crazy stuff (Which I believe is what we are now experiencing). 

Now after the so called Rapture, people will become worst. Why? According to bible scholars, this due to certain things that will also be raptured. If you really what to know, do your research. Anyways, it's known as "Grace". Seriously, you really need to research this stuff.

Okay guys, I have possibly lost a lot of you. I'm really trying hard not to use all theological jargons. 

Anyways, what got me worried is, if grace is still very much available now and people are inflicting this so much unfathomable pain and horror on each other, I refuse to think of what will happen after rapture? 

I don't want to think of the fact that every Hitler will have the power to unleash the dragon in them. Because evil is now the new normal. Wow, if this doesn't scares you, then nothing will.

The thing is, I love to read all kind of books and I enjoy watching movies...a lot. They take me to places , meet people/characters may never have the chance or means of meeting. They expose me to things that only my dream can and I love it. They also teach me lessons no one has the time to teach me. In view of this, I am going to use movies as illustration to buttress my points.

Movies like "Divergent" or "The Giver", shows how man always want to dominate through lies, half truth and constrains. Now imagine a world like those where we are cajoled into believing that evil is good and necessary, as long as it is for the good of the community. Individuality is not allowed, it is a group thing and anyone who questions authority is the enemy and most be esponged. 

Every nation is saying that ISIL and ISIS is bad and dehumanizing. That's because a few believe in that sick ideology. Now imagine, when majority believe in that kind of ideology as being right? And only a few refuse to be part of the sickness? 

Honestly I really don't want to think about it because it scares me from hell to heaven. 

Just a thought! 

Love and Peace 

Real Gentlehawk!

CELEBRITY GUEST - LUCKY CHILD, NIGERIAN COMEDIAN

Hey guys,

Today, I have decided to tune it up a little. You know, spice it up with a little comedy. So, today we get to meet one of Nigeria’s finest Comedian. 

He is so talented that every word that he speaks just gets you cracked up. He is genuinely funny and natural, very true and real. Today, I introduce to you, "LuckyChild".

Real Gentlehawk: Can you do us the honors of introducing yourself and what you do?

Lucky Child: My name is Lucky Iviahwo aka Luckychild. I am a graduate in computer science, a stand-up comedian,actor and a TV anchor.

Real Gentlehawk: What kind of kid were you?

Lucky Child: Growing up as a kid I was funny, playful, clever, brilliant and spoilt by my late loving Mum. She lavished money on me so much that I used to wash my hands with coca cola or any soft drink after meal.

Real Gentlehawk: Whoa! You are joking right? And I'm sorry about your mum, may her soul rest in peace.

Lucky child : Thank you. I'm proud of her.

Real Gentlehawk: How did you get discovered as a comedian? How and when did it all start?

Lucky Child: I got discovered as a comedian when I was in the University (O.O.U). I use to give funny remarks in class, church, hostel and anywhere I find myself. It happens unplanned, the words will just drop and everyone will go laughing. A roommate of mine then informed me of an audition taking place in Lagos to immortalize Fela. They called the event "FELABORATION" in 2006. So I decided to try for the audition from school. There was a huge crowd of talents for the audition. The audition was for both comedians and musicians. About a thousand plus people, so as a result, the audition ran for two days. 6 comedians and 13 musicians were selected and I was lucky to be one. That was my first big stage. 

At the main event, I had the honour to share the same stage with the late Lucky Dube during his performance. 

Then in 2008, a friend of mine while still in the university, told me of another comedy competition on-going in Lagos. He said he was confidence that if I attended, I would win. That event was "AY OPEN MIC". I left school to Lagos, bought the form, attended the audition which was conducted by Bunmi Davies and Jedi. There was about 26 comedians that came for the audition and they needed only 10 comedians for the competition. Luckily, I was picked yet again.

The day of the competition, I had an examination to write in school, but I left school to Lagos for the competition. It was really a coaster ride competition where the audience are the judges. They decides who stays or leaves the stage. Again, I was the last man standing. I beat other nine to it and became the winner of AY OPEN MIC COMEDY CHALLENGE in 2008. This gave me the opportunity to perform in AY LIVE.

Real Gentlehawk: Wow, it must have not been easy.

Lucky Child: It wasn't easy,but I thank God for the experience. It was tougher when it got to just three comedians remaining on stage. We cracked and cracked to a point the audience don't know who to screen out. But one more round saw other two comedian knocked out. I give God all the glory.

Real Gentlehawk: So what sacrifices have you had to make to be a successful comedian?

Lucky Child: The sacrifices I have made that have brought me thus far, are risking exam period for comedy competition, waking up in the middle of the night to create jokes that sprung up in my sleep, staying awake all night without food during an audition, the list goes on and on.

Real Gentlehawk: Can you talk about some of the challenges in Industry, you have or still facing?

Lucky Child: Yes oooo. There are bad belles in the industry ooooo. I have been sidelined in a lot of opportunities because I chose to do gospel and clean jokes. In the industry they have their gang, but God pass them!

Real Gentlehawk: How do you generate new ideas for your acts?

Lucky Child: I generate new ideas for my act by thinking and listening to the word of God. When a pastor is preaching I get inspiration very fast. I also get new ideas from current happenings in my environment and beyond.

Real Gentlehawk: What are you presently working on?

Lucky Child: Presently, I'm working on the season 2 of "THE REVELATION". It's an event for people who love clean jokes. It's a blend of comedy, music, inspirational talk and scripture combat. And I have other events still in the pipeline (but I no go talk am now, make dem no go burst the pipeline...heheehheee).

Real Gentlehawk: LOL. What would you say are the top three skills needed to be a successful comedian?

Lucky Child: The top three skills to be a successful comedian are ability to be creative, audience interaction skill, build a stage persona (originality).

Real Gentlehawk: Who has been your greatest inspiration?

Lucky Child: My greatest inspiration is God. But for the comedians in Nigeria, the guy wey dey ginger my swagger, wey dey totori my shingbaka,  na  comedian – I go die. He is the man.

Real Gentlehawk: What book has inspired you the most?  What is your favorite book?

Lucky Child: The Holy Bible and Think Big by Ben Carson.

Real Gentlehawk: If you could talk to one person from history, who would it be and why?

Lucky Child: It will be King Solomon because I will like to know how he managed his wisdom with 1000 women.

Real Gentlehawk: What motivates you?

Lucky Child: Everything motivates me. Right now you're motivating me.

Real Gentlehawk: OMG! Wow, I'm honored! So tell us what are your hobbies? 

Lucky Child: I am a hubby I think the question should be what are your wifees? lol. Well, my hobbies are reading, thinking, browsing, watching TV and loving my family.

Real Gentlehawk: 😄😄😄....What makes you happy?

Lucky Child: My son and my wife. Anytime I look at them there's this happiness that is innate.

Real Gentlehawk: Any last words to all your fans out there? 

Lucky Child: Yes oooooo. To my fans I love you. I promise to do what God has sent me to do at all times which is making you laugh for your well-being.

Real Gentlehawk: Thank you for chatting with me. You were quite entertaining! Hope to do this with you again. 

Lucky Child: Thank you! Thank you!!! Thank you!!!

So guys, I hope you enjoyed him as much as I enjoyed doing the interview for you. 

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So I leave with this wisdom words from Aristotle: 

Until next time, it's your Gal!

Real Gentlehawk 

Peace out!

 

GUEST CELEBRITY - UTI NWACHUKWU

Well guys,

Welcome! Today I will be sharing with you my interview with a celeb.

As part of revamping my blog, I have decided to interview once in awhile, some celebrities. Get them to be real and true to us. And I mean celebrities with real talents and not just some fortunate somebody.

People, we believed deserve to be applaud for all their works and achievements over time.

These are the people worth celebrating and that is why they are known as CELEBRITIES.

So enjoy this and don't forget, if you think we have omitted and question, or better still you have any question you want to ask an f our celeb, please feel free to ask. Be sure that we will get the answer for you! 

So, I had the pleasure of interviewing our one and only UTI, some remember him from the Big Brother Reality show and some of us know him from another show called JARA and the lucky one know him long before that. However, we will get to know him a little better...

1) Congrats on your achievements so far, you've done your fans proud. From Next movie star to BBA winner, to a presenter on Jara....

Thank you very much. It was all God's perfect will and by his grace, progress is inevitable.

2) So tell us how easy was it for you to breakthrough into this industry....

Just like every dream journey, it wasn't easy in the begining. I had to deal with failed promises, dashed hopes, scammers, school completion, dedication hard work and keeping my religion intact. I dreamt big right from high school so to see it manifest step by step was so surreal. 
My life changed from the first moment I went into BBA. God used it to open doors for me. Winning BBA just made things a whole lot easier. I didn't have to settle for less cos BBA was like an African PR for me. Everyone got to see what I could do. So when I came out, the offers started rolling out and they haven't stopped since.

3) You must have a lot of people you look up to in the industry....

Oh yes!! I remember watching Frank Edoho on who wants to be a millionaire and then thinking to myself, I would love to do that. He is classy and well spoken. Can't say the same for most of our tv presenters in Nigeria. So yeah! he inspired me to go into TV hosting. For acting I really used to laugh at our Nollywood talents in the past. But all that changed when I started to watch Desmond Elliot , Ramsey Nuah, Chidi Mokeme, Emeka Enyiocha, Rita Domnic, Desmond Elliot and Dakore, they still inspire me up till now.

4) From your own perspective, how would you rate the improvement of Nollywood over the years...

Well in terms of story telling! Picture quality, sound quality and acting, we have improved tremendously! Even the class of actors on and off screen has improved also! Slowly but surely we are getting to the international standard. 

5) So what is a regular day like for Uti when he isn't working...

Sleep, eat, work out, go to the movies, hang with friends till late and then sleeeep! Lol

6) We would (your fans) love to know who truly Uti is...

Habah. All you see is who I am. I am God fearing, I love a good laugh, very lively, I care a bit too much for friends and loved ones (yep I love to help out in any way). Sometimes I have mood swings and loose my cool a bit. I never will compromise my upbringing, morals ,values and spirituality. 

7) What are the current project(s) you are working on...

I have a couple of movie scripts lined up. I have 2 movies about to be premiered both here and internationally. ( red hot and finding mercy). Hosting a couple of events and a whole lot more. 

8) A lot of artiste have Godfathers/Backbone in this entertainment, do you believe in having one and who is yours?

What I believe in is having ROLE MODELS! The Almighty God should be your godfather, cos God holds the hearts of kings in his hands and he can turneth it to your favour! So I really feel sorry for people that practice or believe in godfatherism. Sad

9) Any guilty pleasure...

Fooooood!!!! Lol. I loooove Food! And I'm such a sweet tooth ehn! Kai! Lol. 

10) So are you married, single, in a relationship, looking for or not looking for?

That my friend is personal information and I have decided not to ever respond to questions about my personal life. Sorry.  Lol

11) What advice would you give to the younger generation who are looking to step into your shoes...

Hold God close. Love God and feel his love. Dream big. Work towards your dream. Never ever entertain envy, bitterness, unforgiveness, betrayal, jealousy or wickedness. The sky is big enough for all the stars to shine so never be in direct competition with anyone.

Well folks, there you have it...from our beloveth Uti Nwachukwu! 

Till I bring you another amazing celeb, a little word of advice...

"Don't be afraid to stand for what you believe in, even if that means standing alone"

Your Gal, peace!

Real Gentlehawk 

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