Popular Nigerian content creator and actress Kemi Ikuseedun, widely known as Mummy Wa, has candidly shared the unusual reason behind her relationship status, revealing that her fascination with fictional characters has made it difficult for her to connect with real-life romantic partners.
The skitmaker, who rose to fame through her role in comedian Mr Macaroni’s comedy series, admitted that despite approaching her 30s, she has yet to find herself genuinely falling in love with a “real man.”
Speaking during a video broadcast, Ikuseedun explained that she often becomes emotionally attached to characters she watches in movies and television dramas, a habit she believes has influenced her love life over the years.
According to her, she is not alone in the experience, noting that many women develop crushes on fictional characters who often embody ideal traits that can be difficult to find in reality.
“The reason why I am still single is because I went to go and fall in love with a fictional character. And it is not only me, a lot of women fall for fictional characters. But where are we going to see him?” she said.
The actress went on to reference South Korean actor Lee Min Ho, whose portrayal of Gu Jun-pyo in the hit drama Boys Over Flowers earned him a massive fan base across the world.
“I am almost 30, and I am still waiting for Lee Min Ho. What if I meet Lee Min Ho in real life and he is not the same as the person in ‘Boys Over Flowers’?” she added.
Reflecting further on her romantic struggles, Ikuseedun admitted that her attraction to fictional personalities has repeatedly overshadowed her interest in real-life relationships.
“Honestly, I am still single because it is only fictional characters I keep falling for,” she stated.
Her comments have sparked conversations on social media, with many fans relating to her confession and sharing their own experiences of becoming emotionally invested in movie and television characters. Others noted that fictional characters are often written to appear perfect, making it challenging for real-life individuals to compete with such idealized portrayals.
Ikuseedun’s revelation offers a humorous yet relatable perspective on modern dating, highlighting how entertainment and pop culture can sometimes shape expectations about love and relationships.