“I Paid People To Insult Me”: Akuapem Poloo Unveils Her Controversial Path to Fame
- Ghanaian actress Akuapem Poloo has disclosed how she became famous in a trending video on Instagram
- The new mother, in the video, stated that her strategic decision paid off in ways she hadn't anticipated
- Some social media users have shared mixed reactions after she explained the devious ways she used to gain popularity in Ghana
In a captivating interview on Joy Prime TV on July 23, 2025, actress and social media sensation Rosemond Brown, popularly known as Akuapem Poloo, shared an astonishing secret about her early career.
She boldly admitted that in the nascent stages of her journey in the entertainment industry, she resorted to paying individuals to hurl insults at her on social media, all in a bid to cultivate much-needed attention.
Source: Instagram
Ghanaian actress Akuapem Poloo's rise to fame
Reflecting on those formative years, Poloo recounted how she ventured into the limelight with minimal media intrigue surrounding her.
With determination to carve her niche, she took matters into her own hands to generate a buzz that would ultimately elevate her status.
The media suddenly became interested in her personal life, leading to an influx of interview requests and lucrative offers from musicians eager to collaborate.
"At first, I was virtually invisible. No one was talking about me or inviting me for interviews," she recalled.
"I felt invisible for so long in this industry, so I tried various approaches to make my mark."
“For about a year, I was paying people to insult me. It wasn't easy; I felt overlooked and unrecognised in a field overflowing with talent.”
"In those days, I was earning as little as GH¢20 per role. The only exception was my time on GBC's beloved Obra series, where I was treated with more respect, thanks to the legendary Maame Dokono, who ensured we were taken care of,"
Her bold tactics effectively turned the tide, as she soon found herself receiving calls for interviews and endorsements, transforming her once-quiet existence into a whirlwind of opportunities.
The Instagram video is below:
Akuapem Poloo talks about working with Fameye
Akuapem Poloo also shared noteworthy instances of her rise, where she danced for the famous musician Fameye in his music video.
“I even danced for Fameye, and he paid me GH¢5,000 to twerk in his music video!”
The mention of financial rewards highlighted just how far she had come since her humble beginnings.
The Instagram video is below:
Akuapem Poloo beats blogger in video
Earlier, YEN.com.gh wrote about award-winning Ghanaian actress Akuapem Poloo, who physically abused the host of Savage Room in a viral video.
The mother-of-two blasted the blogger after he asked about her young son's relationship status during the interview. This line of questioning immediately set her off, leading to an on-air confrontation with the host of the show.
Some social media users reacted to the video of Akuapem Poloo, which generated buzz on social media platforms. Most Ghanaians suggested that there were better ways to handle discord instead of resorting to physicality.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
