Acting
Jideofor Kenechukwu Achufusi, popularly known as Swanky JKA, is a Nigerian actor and model born on October 17, 1991, in Enugu, Nigeria. He hails from Anambra State in southeastern Nigeria. Achufusi began his career in the entertainment industry as a model, securing the 6th position at Mr Ideal Nigeria in 2013. He transitioned into acting, initially taking on supporting roles in Nollywood films such as Poka Messiah, Black Rose, Pretty Little Thing, Ofu Obi, and A Lonely Lane.
His breakthrough came in 2019 with his portrayal of Nnamdi Okeke in Living in Bondage: Breaking Free, a role that earned him a nomination for Best Actor and the Trailblazer Award at the 2020 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards. Achufusi's performance in this film solidified his status as one of Nollywood's rising stars.
Following this success, he starred in several notable films, including Kambili: The Whole 30 Yards, where he played the role of Chidi, Money Miss Road, Lockdown, I Am Nazzy, Luckily Unfortunate, Bad Boys and Bridesmaids, My Oyibo Queen, and A Tribe Called Judah.
Achufusi is known for his dynamic acting skills and ability to portray a wide range of characters, from romantic leads to complex dramatic roles. His contributions to Nollywood continue to earn him recognition and acclaim both locally and internationally.
Popular in | Nollywood |
Also known as | Swanky J.K.A. |
Popular as | Acting |
Gender | MALE |
Birthday | October 17, 1991 (33 years old) |
Year | Movie & Role |
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2025 | Safari as |
2024 | Japa! as Mezu |
2024 | |
2023 | |
2023 | A Tribe Called Judah as Emeka Judah |
2023 | Bleeding Butterfly as Jide |
2023 | Blood Vessel as Boma |
2023 | Black Forest as Ekene |
2023 | Ifediche as |
2022 | Brotherhood as |
2022 | |
2021 | |
2021 | Lockdown as |
2019 | Living in Bondage: Breaking Free as Nnamdi Okeke |
2018 | Black Rose as Nelo |
2017 | Pretty Little Thing as Michael |