Chuks Joseph
Chuks Joseph | |
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 Joseph in 2024 | |
| Born | Odum Chukwuemeka Joseph January 25 Kaduna, Nigeria (origin. Igbere, Abia State) |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | Federal University of Technology, Owerri |
| Occupation(s) | Actor and Model |
| Notable work | Dark October, Afamefuna: An Nwa Boi Story, "The Origin: Madam Koi Koi" |
Odum Chukwuemeka Joseph (born 25 January) is a Nigerian actor, model, and influencer known professionally as Chuks Joseph. He gained prominence following his debut in the film Dark October based on true-life events.[1]
Background
Chuks was born in Kaduna, Nigeria. Due to the Sharia riots in the early 2000s, his family moved to Aba, Abia State where he and his younger sister were raised by their grandmother. He attended Prize Mates Modela Academy and later studied Microbiology at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri. During his NYSC, Chuks served in Lagos State as a project assistant with Save The Children on the Alive & Thrive project before passing out in 2019.
Career
Chuks debuted as a model in 2020 after a friend helped him apply for the Mr. Ideal Nigeria pageant. He emerged as the first runner-up (Mr. Ideal Nigeria Earth 2020). After playing minor roles in the Africa Magic series Riona, Baby Drama, and Papa Benji, he took acting courses at the Royal Arts Academy and Ebonylife Creative Academy in mid-2021.
He landed his first major role on Ndani TV's Schooled.[2][3] In September of the same year, he was cast in a lead role in Nigerian blogger and filmmaker Linda Ikeji's first film Dark October.[4] The film, based on the lynching of four young students at the University of Port Harcourt, regarded as the Aluu Four lynching was released on Netflix in February 2023. He trained at the Africa International Film Festival Acting Masterclass in late 2021.
In March 2022, Chuks was cast in The Origin: Madam Koi Koi[5] and Leaked.[6] The Origin: Madam Koi Koi was released on Netflix in October 2023. His performance as Lashe drew attention on social media, helping gain him prominence. He starred in Nwanyi Ike in late 2022 and Masquerades of Aniedo in 2023.[7] He later appeared in supporting roles in the films Criminal[8] and When Love Strikes[9] released to cinemas in May and September 2024. Both films were later released on Amazon Prime. Chuks has also appeared alongside Paul Nnadiekwe in Afamefuna: An Nwa Boi Story (2023) and The Men's Club: Next Gen (2024).
Chuks has modeled for local Nigerian clothing brands Dunni Marque and Off Fit Wears. He was awarded Eko Next Rated Actor at the Eko Heritage Awards 2023,[10] Best Actor in a Film/Television Series at the NXT Honors Awards 2023,[11] and Emerging Actor of the Year at the 2024 Gleams Awards. Chuks was listed as one of Africa Magic's Breakout Stars in 2023 by BellaNaija.[12] Alongside Chimezie Imo, Paul Nnadiekwe, and Mike Afolarin, Chuks appeared on Pulse Nigeria's list of Young Nollywood Actors To Look Out For in 2025.[13] On January 31st, Chuks appeared alongside Misters of Nigeria 2023 winner Seyi Araga, as the official host of the announcement show for the 2024 NXT Honors winners.
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Riona | Warrior |
| Schooled | Tunde Savage | |
| 2022 | Leaked | Uchenna |
| Nwanyi Ike | Nnamdi | |
| 2023 | Dark October | Tizzy |
| Masquerades of Aniedo | Ndubuisi Ezeobi aka Izzy | |
| Afamefuna; An Nwa-Boi Story | Obum | |
| The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi | Lashe | |
| 2024 | Dead Of Night | Rufus |
| Criminal | Obi | |
| When Love Strikes | Ebuka | |
| A Love Like Ours | Daniel | |
| The Men's Club (S5): Next Gen | Francis |
References
- ^ "Get the Scoop on Linda Ikeji's Debut Film "Dark October" Coming to Netflix February 3rd". BellaNaija. 2023-01-18. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- ^ Schooled (Mystery), Paul Nnadiekwe, Ruby Akubueze, Kem Ajieh-Ikechukwu, 2022-10-06, retrieved 2025-01-23
{{citation}}: CS1 maint: others (link) - ^ "The Cast Of Schooled On The #NdaniTGIFShow — ndani.tv". Retrieved 2025-01-23.
- ^ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26731175/
- ^ The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi (Horror, Thriller), Martha Ehinome, Jude Chukwuka, Iretiola Doyle, 2023-10-31, retrieved 2025-01-22
{{citation}}: CS1 maint: others (link) - ^ Leaked (2022) - IMDb. Retrieved 2025-01-23 – via www.imdb.com.
- ^ "The New Faces of Nollywood – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- ^ Oyindamola, Sedara (2024-04-19). "Dolapo Adigun's Hostage Feature "Criminal" Heads To The Big Screen May 31st". ShockNG. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- ^ "When Love Strikes". InkBlot. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- ^ "Elfrique – Complete Event Management System – Discover Events". elfrique.com. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- ^ TOPCHARTS (2023-11-11). "NXT HONORS". Top Charts Africa. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (2024-01-02). "Chuks Joseph, Uzoamaka Onuoha, Adeoluwa Akintoba… Meet Africa Magic's Breakout Stars of 2023". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- ^ "Look out for more from these young Nollywood actors in 2025 | Pulse Nigeria". www.pulse.ng. Retrieved 2025-01-22.