Trained at The Arts Education Schools, London (ArtsEd London), Demi Banwo is a versatile actor with a background in TV, stage and musical theatre productions. In September 2016, he completed his vocational acting training with a
Master's degree in Acting from ArtsEd London.
As an actor, he was cast in several productions in Nigeria. He played the character of Yemi, a recurring primary character in Ndani's TV show Gidi Up, which aired on AfricaMagic Entertainment as well as on Youtube and on OHTV in the UK. He was also cast as the character of JoGo on AfricaMagic's Hotel Majestic and was a cast member of Wakaa The Musical during its inaugural international run in London as well as the Johannesburg run of Kakadu the Musical.
From 2016 to 2019, Demi showcased his multifaceted talents by producing and starring in three seasons of RedTV's Inspector K comedy series. Beyond the screen, he served as Co-Creative Director and Stage Manager for Adekunle Gold’s momentous headlining concert, "One Night Stand with Adekunle Gold." His acting prowess shone in noteworthy projects such as EbonyLife Films’ Chief Daddy, Abba Makama's The Lost Okoroshi, and the M-Net tele-novela series, Riona.
Demi's cinematic journey extended to international acclaim with his role in the BBC-commissioned short film, Lizard, which earned the Grand Jury Award for Best Short Film at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival and a BAFTA Award nomination in the Best Short Film Category.
Demi's influence extends beyond the screen, with his executive role at Depth and Optics Productions, a flourishing content production company. Here, his vision for nurturing talent takes center stage, as he spearheads projects such as Everything Scatter and Gangs of Lagos, collaborating closely with director Jade Osiberu to elevate both the artists and the narratives they bring to life. He is also an executive producer in "The Other Side of the Bridge," a forthcoming boxing film slated for release in 2025.
EYE COLOR : BLACK
HAIR : BLACK
HEIGHT : 5.11
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS : NONE
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