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Nons Miraj: Nigeria’s Most Talked-About Pop The Balloon Matchmaker Talks Fame, Money & Dating Wahala
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This week’s December Special features Nons Miraj, the comedian and actor behind Nigeria’s most talked-about pop the balloon matchmaking videos. Known for her chaotic humour and viral skits, she sits with Tay to talk about the real life behind the content.
They discuss how she handles fame, the business side of her craft, money conversations people don’t see, and the ups and downs of dating as a public figure. She also shares how her ideas come together, the pressure that comes with going viral often, and what she hopes people understand about her beyond the jokes.
It’s a funny, honest and unexpectedly grounded conversation to keep the December Specials rolling.
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