Michael Oladapo Afolarin, professionally known as Mike Afolarin, is a Nigerian actor, filmmaker, and aerial photographer born on September 1, 1993, in Lagos State, Nigeria. Raised between Ibadan and Ijanikin, Lagos, Mike developed a passion for storytelling early on. He attended Federal Government College, Ijanikin, and later earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Lagos in 2016.

Mike's acting career began in 2013 with a stage play, and he has since gained recognition for his roles in Nollywood films such as Kasala (2018), Soólè (2021), and the Netflix series Far From Home (2022). His versatility extends beyond acting; he is also known for his work in photography and filmmaking.