Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwo, popularly known as Mama G, has ignited reactions online after responding to claims that fast-rising star Blessing Onwukwe is being hailed as Nollywood's new villain queen. This development comes amid Onwukwe's growing recognition following her standout performance in Uche Montana's YouTube movie, Monica.
Blessing Onwukwe's Rise to Fame
Blessing Onwukwe has received widespread acclaim for her portrayal of Mama Monica in the film, where she delivered a unique blend of mischief, authority, and cunning. The buzz reached a peak when a social media blog shared a meme of Ozokwo symbolically crowning Onwukwe, prompting the veteran actress to repost it on her Instagram page.
In her caption, Ozokwo wrote: "True or False? Happy for @blessingonwukwe. Let’s all win together." While her reaction appeared supportive, fans expressed mixed feelings. Many praised Onwukwe's talent but insisted that no one could truly replace Ozokwo's legendary villain roles.
Blessing Onwukwe's Response
In response to Ozokwo's post, Onwukwe said: "No ooooo mummy mba o???? hold the crown ma! Jesus! I am still a student oo. ?????." This humble reaction further endeared her to fans.
Monica 2 Success and Earnings
Legit.ng earlier reported that Blessing Onwukwe, now referred to as Mama Monica, shared details about Uche Montana's hit movie Monica 2, which recorded over 6 million views on YouTube within 24 hours of its premiere. In an interview on Yanga FM, Onwukwe revealed that she earned over ₦1 million for her role in Monica 2, her highest pay for a movie to date.
When asked if it was the highest she had been paid, Onwukwe said: "When it has to do with series, it is bulk money, this is a film and a YouTube film but in bulk as in one time you can say that." She also disclosed that Monica 2 was shot in seven days, while Monica 1 was shot in five days. The movie focuses on family pressure, responsibility, and societal expectations, with Onwukwe portraying a strict mother figure.
Netizens React to Patience Ozokwo's Post
Legit.ng compiled reactions from social media users. _oyaonu1 said: "First of all, Mama G has no business with poverty????." prettiestmary54 commented: "Mama G can never tolerate that nonsense from Sharon ?." dc_lington wrote: "Mama G go use juju turn Sharon to goat ? ???." wofaifada stated: "No way !! You wey dey first taste poison ??." adinmasomadina said: "Only 1 mama G ..nobody else comes close sorry." tonic_cinnamon remarked: "False ma! If na you, both Monica and husband will be poisoned for not being the one who gave out the list for marriage???." kenzy.udosen noted: "She’s only just started her journey to wickedness… ??? a long way to go." zich1210 added: "Mama Monica is still learning ? Mama G killed the lady who initiated her into wîtchcraft because the person was complaîning that she was kîlling people too much. Mama G killed her son to show her daughter in." shez_viv concluded: "Mama G you no go even allow Chika insult you."
Uche Montana's AMVCA Nomination
In related news, Uche Montana couldn't hold back her emotions when she bagged her first-ever nomination for Best Actress at the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2025. The announcement on March 23, 2025, sent the actress into a flood of tears as she celebrated the milestone. She shared a video of herself sobbing while expressing disbelief and gratitude.
