Black Panther’s Connie Chiume having difficulties in finding a job

After wowing crowds with her acting skills in Black Panther, Connie Chiume is having a difficult time finding another acting job. This is despite all the attention her acting role received both nationally and internationally.

“Maybe it is still early, the film only came out a few weeks ago, or maybe there is nothing in the pipeline in this country. But so far there has not been anything. I have only been approached to make appearances and do motivational speeches at events around Black Panther. When it comes to the industry, I haven’t got anything yet.”

She is however waiting for anything to come.

“I don’t want to be in a rush because you don’t know what is going to happen, what scripts are being written. At my age, you need to take what you can get. If it means going overseas for opportunities, I need to go where my bread is more buttered.”

Connie has currently registered a school to create acting workshops for young actors. In July, she is also set to hold workshops at the Essence Festival in America.

Positivity

In line with her career, Connie hopes to be part of the Black Panther sequel.

“I would walk across the sea if that’s what it took. I would love nothing more than to return to Wakanda and play the role again. Hopefully, I will have more of a prominent role as the mining elder but I would jump at the chance to be part of the project again.”