Why onset kissing scenes aren’t enjoyable – Sandra Okunzuwa

By Lawrence Agbo

Nollywood actress Sandra Okunzuwa has explained why romantic kissing scenes in movies are often far less exciting than many viewers imagine, describing the experience as awkward and highly controlled on set.

Speaking during an appearance on the BTS Reality podcast, Okunzuwa said the environment during filming makes it difficult for actors to feel emotionally connected or comfortable while performing intimate scenes.

According to her, movie sets are usually crowded with crew members, while directors constantly issue instructions throughout the filming process.

“When actors kiss while filming, about 20 people are watching them, and instructions are also being dished out to them,” she said.

The actress added that even the atmosphere on set is deliberately adjusted for filming purposes, making the experience feel more technical than romantic.

“Even the AC will be turned off, and the director will monitor and instruct them throughout. So how can anyone be in the mood or turned on in such conditions and environment?” she asked.

Okunzuwa also admitted that she would support the removal of kissing scenes from movies if audiences could still enjoy the films without them.

“Onscreen kisses are not even enjoyable. If they can be scrapped and viewers will still enjoy movies, then I am in support,” she stated.

The actress further revealed that romantic scenes can sometimes affect actors’ private relationships, especially when partners become uncomfortable with intimate moments shared onscreen.

She recalled losing a relationship after a former partner saw a kissing scene from one of her movies.

“I once lost a relationship because someone sent my ex-boyfriend a scene from a movie where I kissed an actor,” she disclosed.

Although Sandra Okunzuwa initially viewed her ex-partner’s reaction as insecurity, Okunzuwa admitted that dating actors can be emotionally difficult for some people.

“I don’t blame people who say they can’t date actors because everyone has to choose what they can tolerate in a partner,” she added.