Sharon Ooja Discusses Challenges of Playing Bipolar Role

Sharon Ooja, a 35-year-old Nollywood actress, revealed the mental and emotional pressures she faces when portraying characters with bipolar disorder during an interview with Arise TV. She explained that these roles leave her mentally exhausted as she must navigate various emotional states, including sadness, anger, and happiness.

Ooja noted that the demands of the role require her to maintain these emotional shifts throughout her performance, which can be challenging. She recalled instances during filming when her director had to intervene, reminding her to stay in character and not revert to her usual emotional state.

Ooja expressed that playing a person with bipolar disorder has increased her empathy for individuals dealing with mental health issues, stating, “when you’re a normal person playing a bipolar role, it’s a lot of work.” She described the experience as draining, emphasizing the difficulty of managing multiple emotions simultaneously.