Ghanaian actor and comedian Richard Asante, popularly known as Kalybos, has shared why he makes an effort to be kind to people, especially his fans.

In an interview on Joy Prime’s Changes show, Kalybos told host Roselyn Felli that before he rose to fame, he used to admire and idolise top celebrities like John Dumelo, Majid Michel, and others.

He said he understands how it feels when fans get excited at the sight of their favourite celebrity. As a result, he makes it a point to give everyone the opportunity to interact with him whenever he can.

“I’ve always had this thing in my mind that before coming on screen and starting my career as an actor, I used to idolise a lot of people like John Dumelo, Majid Michel. For Majid, I used to see him like God; I had his pictures in my room and all that. So, I know the fan and excitement of a fan when they see a celebrity. So I don’t think me, growing into becoming one, I shouldn’t give someone who idolises me the opportunity to get close.”

For Kalybos, it pays to be nice to people, and he believes fans are the fundamental reason why celebrities are celebrated in the first place.

“If they’re not giving you that accolade, you’re no one,” he said, emphasising that he has never questioned any interaction with his fans, given that such moments are brief and cost him nothing.

Like everyone else, Kalybos admits he gets angry sometimes, but he does his best to control himself and move on, choosing to let bygones be bygones.

He made these remarks following a recent interview on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z, where he shared how he once received a cheque for GH₵100,000 as a result of a simple act of kindness he showed to some young fans back in 2016.

The actor and comedian is best known for his role in the popular comedy series Boys Kasa, where he starred alongside actress Ahoufe Patri. He is also featured in a new comic-romantic movie titled A Kiss Too Late, set to premiere at the Silverbird Cinemas in Accra Mall and West Hills Mall on August 9.