KALYBOS IS TOO FAKE.

Richard Asante, popularly known as Kalybos in the “Boys Kasa” short comedy series is a disguised failure to our entertainment world. He started these short videos on social media such as Whatsapp, YouTube and Facebook not long before hitting the limelight. I must confess, his videos have the largest viewership on social media now.

Today, his term “Ewurade, made nkwasiasem” has become a household tongue. Within this short time, he’s been able to gain fame and got contracts with Airtel Ghana. I think, it’s a good start, though with premature achievements. Many have adjudged him; the king of Ghanaian comedy. What a misguided judgement, I must admit.

Despite the picture qualities, good shots, beautiful locations and attractive costumes, nothing about Kalybos’ short videos move me. I simply don’t know what kind of character he’s playing. I’m least impressed by his fake demeanor and an anguish laughter to add it up. I know he’s forcing himself but he’s still not up to the task. Those of us looking on with technical eyes are expecting something more appealing and challenging. Kalybos is just too monotonous and fake.

Where else can opportunists like Kalybos reign, if not in Ghana where we lack comedy promoters. He could not have even had the chance to join the bar of competitors, talk less of leading in the comedy fraternity if he was in a place like Nigeria. Where are the comedy folks in Ghana, that Kalybos is breaking bounds like a loosened goat? I have a good friend who often say; sometimes, one is better behind camera. Maybe, he should consider joining the crew and give chance to the real hit makers since he has risen to no good.

With no doubt, I bid Kalybos to get off the scene for some time. He should go build upon his character and come again. If he fails to do so, he would be defamed at the least exposure of any versatile artiste. Don’t be convinced that there are no comedians in Ghana. There are loads of them; it’s just a matter of time. Kalybos should get serious with the job as it’s not for mere gasconades but creative thinkers.

I attribute the rise of Kalybos to the lack of competition in the industry. The likes of Funny Face could have being a stopper if not for his resignation from the Chorkor Trotro TV series. It seems there’s not enough platforms to feature such talents; that’s why shallow-minded comedians can fly here without any need to upgrade. Due to lack of seemingly challenging artistes, he forced himself on Ghanaians since we have no choice.

If Kalybos takes my little elucidation into consideration, it would last him in this industry.

I strongly believe that his hypocritical associates and ignorant masses would call me names for this objective revelation. As the many that would praise him are the same that would bring him down.

Like Johannes Kepler once said; “I much prefer the sharpest criticism of a single intelligent man to the thoughtless approval of the masses”. What haven’t we seen happen to even great talents?

It takes adorable, kind-hearted and courageous persons to tell hard truths of this nature. Forget about those myopic fans and work hard for a better tomorrow!

To those who would interpret the purpose of this article to as mere hatred; reverse your decision. I’m for the betterment of the industry.

I BELIEVE IN KALYBOS, I BELIEVE IN GHANA SHOWBIZ.

Merci,

Felix Acquaye
www.fajghana.blogspot.com