How eating bread got 'Kyeiwaa' the iconic role

Rose Akua Attaa Mensah, popularly known as "Kyeiwaa"

Actress Rose Akua Ataa Mensah has revealed that she landed her iconic 'Kyeiwaa' role after getting noticed for the exceptional execution of one of her minor roles pre-fame.

She explained that during her portrayal of a witch in previous movies, she was given bread filled with red oil to chew, and her serious and convincing performance caught the attention of Danfo BA.

Kyeiwaa, as she is now known, in a recent interview revealed that the producer sought her out and complemented her acting.

The actress noted that he felt the way she pulled off the simple role she was given showed how much she cared about acting.

She stated that Danfo B.A saw her as the best candidate for the 'Kyeiwaa' role which has now cemented her name as one of Kumawood's best actress.

Kyeiwaa Tutugyagu, who had travelled to America in search of better opportunities, returned to Ghana and credited her previous minor roles for preparing her for the big roles she had later in her career.

Her outstanding performance in the movie led to her immense popularity, with people pointing at her in admiration wherever she went and giving her praise for her excellent portrayal of her characters.

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