Nollywood actress Sunshine Rosman is no stranger to the spotlight, but behind the glitz of her career lies a journey defined by bold choices, resilience, and an unwavering belief in her dreams.

In a recent interview with Oghenovo Egodo-Michael, the actress opened up about her family, her rise to stardom, and the unique challenges of navigating Nollywood as a biracial talent.

Born to a Canadian father and a Nigerian mother from Imo State, Sunshine grew up in Lagos where her love for performance was nurtured by her family. “My sisters and I would put together little plays or record songs for our dad after work,” she recalled. “Even when he was exhausted, he pretended to be happy and applauded us regardless.”

Her passion for acting became stronger after watching a Marilyn Monroe film. While Monroe’s influence wasn’t so much on her technique as it was on her style, Sunshine admitted the Hollywood icon left a lasting impression on her. “There’s something about her that lights up a room. She’s always on my mood board when I’m choosing what to wear,” she said.

Rosman’s biggest break came with Kemi Adetiba’s “To Kill a Monkey”, a project she nearly missed due to school exams. But fate, or as she described it, a prophetic dream, brought her back into the fold. “I saw myself moving across film sets in full hair and make-up. I knew it was Kemi Adetiba’s set. Days later, I got the call,” she revealed.

The actress, who played Amanda Sparkles, says the role taught her that “no one is completely innocent—every character had flaws.” From her character’s perspective, the lesson was clear: when a man brings you down, don’t stay there; flip the script.

But beyond her artistry, Rosman is conscious of how Nollywood tends to box women into sxualised roles. She revealed that she has set personal boundaries for the kind of roles she will accept. “Too often, producers see a beautiful girl and the first instinct is to sxualise her on screen,” she lamented. “I am not interested in being reduced to an object of desire, except if there’s a powerful message behind it.”

Opinion: Why Sunshine Rosman’s Voice Matters

In an industry where many upcoming actresses feel pressured to compromise their values, Sunshine Rosman’s candor is refreshing. By openly rejecting unnecessary s*xualisation, she challenges Nollywood to rethink the kind of roles it assigns to women. This is not just about preserving dignity—it’s about reshaping narratives for the next generation of actresses who may otherwise feel silenced.

Her ambition to cross into Hollywood, Bollywood, and beyond reflects a mindset that refuses to be boxed in. In truth, Nollywood needs more actors like her—artists who are not only talented but also intentional about the roles they take and the messages they pass across.

From juggling school with acting, to working in charity through her mother’s orphanage in Abia State, to dreaming of expanding into fashion and skincare, Sunshine Rosman embodies the modern Nigerian actress—multi-talented, self-aware, and unstoppable.

As Nollywood continues to grow, her story is proof that stardom isn’t only about fame; it’s about having the courage to stand for something bigger than yourself.