Kalybos is the character name of Richard Kweku Asante, a filmmaker and an entrepreneur. He made his acting debut in the comedy video series Boys Kasa in 2012.
Kalybos | |
|---|---|
 Kalybos | |
| Born | Richard Asante April 27, 1988 |
| Education | National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI) |
| Occupation | Comedian |
| Years active | 2010–present |
Asante is a Ghanaian actor and comedian who came to light through his role in the Boys Kasa comic series. In 2017, he and his co-star from the Boys Kasa series Patricia Opoku Agyemang, received a Black British Entertainment Award in London.[1][2] He has starred in several popular Ghanaian movies including Kalybos in China and Amakye and Dede.
Early life and education
editKalybos was born on April 27, 1988, to Mr. Peter Owusu Mensah and Madam Felicia Owusu. He attended De-youngsters International and St. Anthony's preparatory school in Accra for his basic education and had his secondary education at Suhum Secondary Technical School where he studied Building Construction. He furthered his education at the National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI). Kalybos graduated with a best student honor from NAFTI and with a bachelor's degree in Cinematography.[3][4]
Personal life
editKlaybos and Antwiwaa tied the knot in a celebrity-studded wedding in Kumasi on November 11, 2023.[5]
Filmography
editHe has starred in several movies, including:
- Boys Kasa (2014)
- Kalybos In China (2016) as Kalybos
- Asylum Down (2016)
- Adventures of Kalybos (2018)
- Sugar (2019) as Kalybos
- John and John (2017)
- Love Language
- Maame Hwe
- 3 Broke Guys
- Chocolate City (2018) as Dobido
- A New Flame (2019) as Kwadwo Boateng
- The New Adabraka (2018)
- Okomfo Anokye Poma (2018) as Adu
- Kobolor (2018) as Alex
- Ghaniaja
- The 2 Pilots (2019) as Stagger
- Ghetto Hero (2019)
- Kaya
- Away Bus (2016) as Padlock
- Think Smart (2019) as Philip Opong
- Mad (2019)
- Slay (2021) as Emmanuel
- Charade (2021)
- In Exile (2021)
- A Happy Surprise (2022)
- Galamsey: Enemies Are Not God (2022)
- Hankuri (2022)
- Till Deaf Do Us Part (2023)
- The Cry of a Nurse (2023)
- Girl Talk (2024)
He also appeared in Conan Without Borders: Ghana with Conan O'Brien in 2019.[6]
Awards
edit| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Ghana Movie Awards[7] | Discovery of the Year | Boys Kasa | Won |
| 2017 | Black British Entertainment Awards | Won | ||
| 2015 | Ghana Movie Awards | Favorite Actor | Nominee | |
| 2014 | Ghana Tertiary Awards | Best Actor and Student of the year | Nominee | |
| 2015 | Africa Youth Choice Awards | Best New Act | Nominee | |
| 2016 | Golden Movie Awards | Golden Actor In Comedy | Won | |
| 2016 | Exclusive Men's Award | Nominee | ||
| 2016 | NAFTI Film Festival Awards | Best Cinematography | Won | |
| 2017 | Black British Entertainment Awards | Best International Award | Won | |
| 2017 | Ghana Nigeria Achievers Awards | Best in Comedy | Won | |
| 2017 | Ghana Entertainment Awards USA | Lead Actor in Film | Nominee | |
| 2017 | Golden Movie Awards | Supporting Actor in Comedy | Nominee |
References
edit- ^ Aryee, Naa Ayeley (2018-01-04). "Kalybos and Ahuofe Patri shine at the 2017 Black British Entertainment Awards in London". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2019-06-30.
- ^ "Kalybos & Ahuofe Patricia Honoured at BBE Awards – Glitz Africa Magazine". Retrieved 2019-06-30.
- ^ Bless, Papaga. "Kalybos Turns 29 Today: 8 Things You Must Know About Him". GhanaPoliticians.com. Retrieved 2019-06-30.
- ^ "Photos: Kalybos wins 'Best Student' award at NAFTI graduation". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2019-06-30.
- ^ "Kalybos opens up on why he didn't marry his girlfriend of 5 years - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2024-11-14. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Conan Learns About Ghanaian Customs - CONAN on TBS". Retrieved 5 July 2020.
- ^ "Full List of the 2014 Ghana Movie Awards Winners | Joselyn Dumas, Adjetey Anang, Lil Win & Others". GhanaCelebrities.Com. 2014-12-31. Retrieved 2019-06-30.
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