Bolaji Ogunmola is one of her generation’s most compelling and dynamic actors. In her career spanning over a decade, she has been very intentional, choosing roles that challenge stereotypes, amplify women’s narratives and push the industry into new creative territories. In her 2025 high-energy, female-led action-comedy, Gingerrr, she delved into a role she had never played before, which was extremely challenging; however, she wanted to make it relatable and authentic. So, she watched films, researched with her director and went over the script several times to help her prepare for her character.

To understand the business of acting, Ogunmola trained at the Royal Arts Academy. Now with over 100 films to her name, she has honed her acting skills, but Ogunmola says she isn’t there yet; she is still evolving. As Nollywood evolves, she would like to serve as its ambassador.

In all of this, Bolaji Ogunmola believes you should take life easy and be grateful to God. Read her story on pages 8 to 10.

For travellers who know when to travel, January is a hidden gem. The festive rush is over, and airports are calmer. January travellers can experience the world without queues and explore destinations without distractions. This week’s travel article suggests why January might be the smartest travel month you are not taking advantage of. Scroll to page 14 for this.

Blush adds a fresh look to your face; however, misapplying it can throw everything out of balance. Too much blush, and you’ll look like a clown, and too little will make you look like something is missing. This week’s beauty page highlights tips for applying blush correctly. I hope you learn a thing or two from it.

Until next week, enjoy your read.