Dubbed the “Princess of the Silver Screen”, she is giving veteran Nollywood ‘divas’ a run for their money.

Adesua Etomi has achieved what many have dreamed of; under 3 years since she made the decision to quit her job in the UK in a bid to return to Nigeria and make a name for herself in the world of make-believe.

In March 2016, the African continent got acquainted with Adesua when she scored the Best actress (Drama) award at the 2016 AMVCA for her riveting performance in Falling.

The feat in the accomplishment was beating the likes of Genevieve Nnaji and Nse Ikpe Etim.

Born in Warri to a soldier father and a civil engineer mother, Adesua Etomi is focused and ready to take on the world.

On Friday June 17, 2016, the First Class graduate of Drama and Production from the University of Wolverhampton, was our guest on the #YNaijaTwitterInterview.

The actress talked about her humble beginnings, career and her decision to move back to Nigeria despite being able to hold her own in any other movie industry abroad.

See the tweets below from the chat.

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: Hello @AdesuaEtomi, thanks for joining us today.

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: So, who is @AdesuaEtomi? ☺

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi as the last born, what was growing up like for you?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

It was very interesting to say the least. I used to get bullied a lot by my siblings but that's expected i suppose? https://t.co/Czm0h6UWD1

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

It was an adventure. Full of highs and lows but i wouldn't change it for the world. https://t.co/Czm0h6UWD1

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi what captured your heart to the art?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

From a very young age, i knew this was what i wanted to do. I watched 'coming to America' and something clicked. https://t.co/xE2ogWaUGd

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

I was only 7 but call it intuition. I knew this was it. https://t.co/xE2ogWaUGd

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview. LOL. 'Coming to America' @AdesuaEtomi. What was your favourite scene in that movie?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

OMG! When she showed up at the altar at the end. I almost died? https://t.co/epDPD1pMmo

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: Did you need to convince your parents to support your career choice @AdesuaEtomi?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

Lol. Not really. They're very supportive and I'm grateful for that. https://t.co/neXxHmcraQ

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi how has your AMVCA win impacted your career?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

The AMVCAs was watched by a lot of people, and that has led to me being recognised a lot more often. https://t.co/H95ckMiroT

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi Recognition alone? What about a bump in your earnings 😉 as well as more opportunities home & abroad?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

?. Definitely but the recognition and exposure is what has brought about more opportunities. https://t.co/R7pDamEqtY

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

Above all, it has given me a wider reach. I am very grateful to @africamagictv for that. https://t.co/H95ckMiroT

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi What was your reaction to the news of your AMVCA nomination?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

I was very excited but i was also very aware of the fact that i was nominated in a tough category. https://t.co/8ZrrUadQIN

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNAijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi Going up against the likes of Genevieve Nnaji and Nse-Ikpe Etim, did you feel you had a chance?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

I knew i was in a tough category. All i could do was hope. https://t.co/jMok6j9ZR2

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi In five words, describe what you felt when your name was called as the winner?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

Shocked, Surprised, Nervous, Grateful And Overwhelmed. https://t.co/nI86cZZ1c0

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi How has the spotlight affected you? Do you feel it’s too much or not enough?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

This is an interesting question. I've never thought about this. I think everything is as it should be. https://t.co/fRC5AY3WFT

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi You once said you were not particular about being popular when you started out? Why? Has that changed?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

Yes i did. I said this cause its never been about the fame, still isn't. Its about doing what i love for all time. https://t.co/QU7CZDnXy2

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi appearing in major productions in the UK, what convinced you to dive into uncharted waters, Nollywood?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

It's a long story. Wasn't my plan initially but i heard about an audition, i attended, got the role and the rest is https://t.co/rrsyscPtpC

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

History https://t.co/rrsyscPtpC

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi How were you able to transition from Theatre to Film to TV, especially for the 1st time in Nollywood?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

I have most of my training in theatre. So with film, i learnt the unique nuances while on my first set. https://t.co/MF7Wg8H0FX

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

I also read a lot. Watched a lot of movies and went on to take a course in acting for film, last year. https://t.co/MF7Wg8H0FX

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

You have to be eager to learn and i was. I still am. Information made that transition a lot easier. https://t.co/MF7Wg8H0FX

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi What do you feel about the Nigerian movie industry; do you think it's fair to women?

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

I'm so proud of Nollywood. It's come such a long way. Yes, it has been in my opinion. https://t.co/zcEq8aBtkJ

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016

#YNaijaTwitterInterview: @AdesuaEtomi You get engaged in steamy romantic scenes, how do you keep it professional? pic.twitter.com/QkqDENeczd

— Y! Online #WorldCup (@YNaija) June 17, 2016

Lol. Focus. Being professional is the only option. https://t.co/YtjSYRjkJW

— Adesua Etomi (@AdesuaEtomi) June 17, 2016