AY Makun Recounts Embarrassing Moment Promoting Film With Funke Akindele
Popular comedian and filmmaker, AY Makun, has shared an awkward encounter he had while promoting his movie, ‘The Waiter,’ with actress Funke Akindele.
Speaking about the incident, AY said he ran into Funke at Cool FM, where the presenter proposed interviewing them together. He agreed, thinking it would be a good opportunity for both of them to promote their movies at the same time.
However, things did not go as planned when the presenter introduced them and asked listeners to call in and pick who they wanted to talk to.
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According to AY, the first 17 callers all chose Funke. The presenter eventually reminded the audience that AY was also in the studio, but another caller still asked to speak with Funke and asked AY when he would buy a ticket for ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’.
AY admitted he felt embarrassed until the presenter announced they would take one last call. This time, a caller who said he was from Ikorodu asked to speak with AY.
The caller commended his impact in the movie industry, his Guinness World Records feat, his role in ‘A Trip to Jamaica’, and his support for the comedy scene.
“Please, you’re an icon. Don’t let anyone intimidate you,” the caller told him.
AY said those words meant a lot to him, noting that he walked out of the studio feeling uplifted. When he got to his car, his personal assistant asked if he was finally happy.
Meanwhile, his story has highlighted the unexpected moments entertainers face while promoting their works alongside other industry colleagues.
BY ABDULBAQI JIBREEL AJAO
