Renowned comedian and filmmaker Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, has shared the reasons behind his decision to stop serving as a master of ceremony (MC) at wedding events.
Speaking during the premiere of his film A Ghetto Love Story, Basketmouth explained that his choice stemmed from a desire to maintain the authenticity of his craft and prioritize his passion for stand-up comedy over financial considerations.
Clarifying his position, the entertainer noted that his decision applies only to private events like weddings, stressing that he has not entirely stepped away from hosting duties.
“The only thing I have stopped is private gigs like weddings and all. It is a sacrifice I have to make because I do standup comedy, that is what I do. I did not enter this industry to be an MC of a wedding and all that,” he stated.
Basketmouth further elaborated on how the decision aligns with his dedication to stand-up comedy, adding that he views MCing at private events as a departure from his artistic focus.
“So I felt like I was adulterating the art, I felt bad about it and I had to stop. So if I am doing a private gig, I be doing standup comedy, not the MC,” he added.
The comedian also acknowledged the financial implications of his decision but reiterated that his passion for comedy takes precedence over monetary gain.
“Let me just do my 30 minutes and bounce, but not as the MC of any event. I cannot do it anymore, that is like I am cheating on my craft. I am losing a lot of money but it is not about the money now,” Basketmouth concluded.
His remarks highlight a commitment to preserving the integrity of his career and focusing on his core strength as a stand-up comedian.
