Liberian actor Esau Owusu Dahnsaw, also known as Flomos Has been nominated to represent The Republic of Liberia at this year’s prestigious Acting competition in Nigeria.
The Next Movie Star Competition which is being Produced by Digital Interactive Media (D.I.M) has been ongoing every year since the early 2000 and this year’s edition is the 11th of it’s kind.
According to the letter confirming Dahnsaw’s nomination: “Dear Mr. Dahnsaw
Congratulations for being the lone representative of Liberia in this year’s Next Movie Star competition.”
Dahnsaw is a proud son of the Bassa Tribe whose dexterity on screen has earned him many admirers and fans in Liberia and around the world, and has placed him among the list of highly sought after actors in Liberia. He came to prominence in 2014 in the movie DUGBORMAR in which he acted a humble young man who was sought after by the illiterate Dugbormar, a girl who causes trouble here and there.
But his nomination comes with a high price as the letter states that: “You are to arrive in Nigeria on or before 9th November 2015 on A ONE WAY TICKET purchased BY YOU OR YOUR TEAM. The Management of The Next Movie Star Competition will cover the expense of YOUR RETURN TICKET AS AND WHEN DUE.”
It is prudent to note that the Liberian Actor couldn’t make it to represent Liberia last year due to flight issues as the only flight between Liberia and Nigeria was fully booked till December. So this calls to order the help and input of The Liberian Government and Philanthropist to help in ironing out this pertinent issue.
Queen V, one of Liberia’s hottest female musician and Actress represented Liberia at this competition in 2008 and won it with flying colors. We could make history again with this well polished son of ours vouching for mama Liberia.
Also, according to the letter: “Due to the 24/7 Television Airing of the Competition, You are to come to Nigeria with some basic items that you will need throughout the duration of the show. These items includes…
1. Traditional/Native Attire from Liberia
2. 2 Traditional Wrappers
3. Aerobics Shoes (canvas/sneakers)
4. 2 Aerobics Outfits
5. Corporate Outfit
6. 2 Dinner Wear
7. Casual Wear (Tee Shirts/jeans/tops etc
8. Personal Accessories (make up kit/Jewelry etc
9. Bathroom Slippers
10. Toiletries (soap/sponge/perfumes) enough for 2 months
11. Night Wear/Pyjamas
12. 4 Rehearsal Wears
13. Towel
14. Different Profession Costumes (Doctor/Lawyer/Factory Worker/Halloween/Doctor, etc)
15. 1 Big Box and a Ghana must go Bag.
16. A Comprehensive Medical Report (Ailments/Allergies.
17. A 3 Minute detailed Video Profile Story from birth to date/family tree/School/ Touchpoints/Lifestyle/Relaxation Spots.
18. Photo Shoot sent via email.
He is further cautioned that: “DUE TO THE RECENT EBOLA VIRUS, ALL THE ABOVE ITEMS MUST BE BRAND NEW. Note that all these items are expedient for you to have a successful stay in Nigeria during the Next Movie Star Africa THE GAME CHANGERS competition.
In another development, this is to inform you that apart from these items,you are expected to design an Ankara fabric that will depict where you are coming from.”
And due to the close knitted timing of the Competition, he is cautioned: “from the Murtala Mohamed International Airport, you will be taken strictly by Our Agents to Your Hotel and will be provided NO TIME to go shopping., so buy all you need before boarding your flight to Nigeria. Congratulations once again as we look forward to your arrival.”
We are calling on all well meaning Liberians and Philanthropists to rise to the occasion and make sure our son, our Hero and our star is accorded the needed support to fully represent this glorious land of Liberty among the other 52 countries of Africa in this competition.
Safe trip…
LSV Magazine 