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Kunle Remi: Biography, Age, Career, Family And Movies

Kunle Remi (born 18 October 1998 | birth name – Oyekunle Opeyemi Oluwaremi) is a Nigerian actor, who is best known for his roles in Falling, Family Forever and Tinsel. He came to prominence after winning the 7th edition of Gulder Ultimate Search in 2010. He is a graduate of the New York Film Academy.

Early life and education

Kunle Remi was born in Gboko, Benue State, Nigeria. He is the second son of six children born to Engr. Joseph Ibukun Oluwaremi and Omolara Sherifat Oluwaremi. He attended primary and secondary school in Ibadan before heading to the University of Ibadan where, after a short stint studying fisheries and wildlife management, he deferred his studies to act in films. He studied acting at the New York Film Academy, Los Angeles, and graduated in 2014. This was followed by a stint learning film making and direction from the same academy, and graduating in 2015. Remi is a Christian.

Career

Acting

Remi started acting professionally in 2011, after winning Gulder Ultimate Search in 2010. His first major role was in Heavy Beauty, produced by Grace Edwin Okon and directed by Stanlee Ohikhuare. Later, he starred in several films, TV series, and stage plays, including Family Forever, Tinsel, Lagos Cougars Reloaded, The Getaway, Falling, and Africa Magic’s Forbidden. He has been featured in a number of Africa Magic Original Films.

TV Hosting

While studying at the New York Film Academy, Remi worked as a TV host for Internet TV channel, Celebville 360. His first appearance was reporting live at the Academy Awards nomination event in Beverly Hills, California.

Modelling

Remi began his modeling career with ISIS models. He has since featured in ad campaigns for brands such as Zain Nigeria, MTN Nigeria, DStv, and Diamond Bank.

Filmography

Film

Television