At 31 years old, she portrays Elaine White in Tyler Perry’s film The Six Triple Eight, which is currently available for streaming on Netflix.
The film features a notable ensemble cast that includes Kerry Washington, Ebony Obsidian, Oprah Winfrey, and Dean Norris.
In a Netflix short video titled Naija Faves with Pepi Sonuga, the former Miss Teen Los Angeles explored her cultural heritage and highlighted some of her personal favorites.
Reflecting on her passion for music, Pepi reminisced about her first experience with Runtown’s popular song ‘Mad Over You.’ She noted that the song became a favorite of hers in 2016, particularly after witnessing Runtown perform it live at her cousin’s wedding in Lagos.
“In 2016, I was in Lagos, and the energy was crazy. Everywhere you went, ‘Mad Over You’ was playing. I was so in love with the song.
“Then, at my cousin’s wedding, Runtown performed it live. It felt like a scene out of Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist. I just love Afrobeats,” she said.
Pepi cited Kemi Adetiba's "King of Boys" as her preferred Nigerian Netflix series, commending Ms. Sola Sobowale's portrayal of Eniola Salam.
“My favourite Naija show on Netflix is King of Boys. Sola Sobowale is just a star. She’s amazing.
“I love watching mature women get their flowers because it reassures me that this myth about Hollywood being ageist is a lie,” she said.
Regarding literature, the actress cited Adichie as her preferred Nigerian author, commending her exceptional storytelling and emotional resonance.
“Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a queen. I love her words and the way she expresses emotion.
“Sometimes, I read her books and think, ‘That’s exactly how I feel.’ She’s simply amazing,” Pepi stated.
The Six Triple Eight narrates the remarkable true story of the first and only all-Black, all-female unit of the US Women’s Army Corps that was deployed abroad during World War II. It is currently the top film on Netflix in Nigeria.