Chuks Omalicha | |
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Born | Chukwudi Paul Ossai May 5, 1985 (age 38) Delta State, Nigeria |
Other names | Chuks Omalicha |
Alma mater | Delta State University, University of Benin |
Occupation(s) | film actor, entrepreneur and producer |
Years active | 2010–present |
Known for | Rain drop, wild heart, what is love, etc |
Awards | 2015 City People Movie Awards |
Chukwudi Paul Ossai ⓘ commonly known as Chuks Omalicha ⓘ (born May 5, 1985) is a Nigerian film actor, entrepreneur and producer.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8] He is best known for his role as "Derick" in the 2011 movie, Rain Drop, alongside Ini Edo, John Dumelo and Artus Frank.[9][10]
Omalicha hails from Delta State, Nigeria.[11] He attended Heritage Group of Schools, Benin City for his primary education, and the UNIBEN Demonstration Secondary School, for his secondary education. He began a diploma course in Science Laboratory at University of Benin and later obtained a Master of Art degree in Biomedical Science from the Delta State University.
He started his professional acting career in 2010. He however had his breakthrough in the Chiweuba Nneji movie titled "Rain Drop" where he played the role of Derick.[12][13] He has featured in several Nollywood movies, including: Helped, Rule No 1, and Where my Heart Lies .[14][15]
In 2017, he was nominated for the Best Upcoming Actor of the Year (English) by City People Movie Award.[22] He also won the 2015 City People Movie Award Most Promising Actor of the Year (English).[23]