Aremu Afolayan on curiosity made me ask

Episode Summary

The episode is less a conventional interview than an escalating roast battle between host Beayu Barbie and actor Aremu Afolayan. They trade insults almost from the start: Aremu threatens to take over the show, while the host teases him about his stomach, age, debts, and acting career. Aremu says he still acts but avoids some film locations because of insecurity in Nigeria. The host counters that kidnappers would need an overloaded vehicle to carry him.

Fame and Family Legacies

Their banter repeatedly turns to fame and family legacies. Both argue that their fathers helped pave the way in Nigerian entertainment, then take turns belittling each other’s fathers and careers. Aremu explains that his father was a theatre actor who worked under Baba Sala, rather than claiming he invented filmmaking.

The host also needles Aremu about being less popular than his brother, while Aremu insists that his name and reputation stand on their own.

A Gala and Politics

Aremu recounts attending a gala where the president’s son greeted him, hugged him, and complimented his perfume. The host questions whether it was really a hug and mocks Aremu for treating the encounter as an achievement.

Politics also comes up. Aremu describes being invited to an event with actors, and the two debate political influence and whether the host should help bring a prominent guest onto the show.

Relationships and Love

The conversation briefly turns serious when they discuss relationships. Aremu says he does not believe in marriage or romantic love, though he values companionship and “likeness.” The host challenges his view with examples of people donating kidneys to loved ones. Aremu agrees that such sacrifice counts as love but dismisses weddings and romance as unreliable.

Other Highlights

• Aremu offers to buy the host a car, then insists that the gift should be publicized on major TV. The host demands proof and teases him about his debts.
• Aremu suggests he may appear in a production with his brother, joking darkly that he hopes the host lives long enough to see it.
• The episode ends in the same combative spirit, with mock threats, apologies, and more jabs.

Personalities

• Aremu Afolayan — Guest
• Beayu Barbie / Isbae U — Host