A recent behind-the-scenes video shared by veteran Yoruba actor Ibrahim Chatta has sent shockwaves across social media, showcasing the extreme lengths actors go to for their craft. The clip, posted on January 6, 2026, captures the moment Chatta was partially buried in the ground for a movie role, with only his head visible above the soil.
The Shocking Scene That Went Viral
The video, which has since gone viral, shows crew members meticulously using baskets to pack red soil around the actor up to his neck. In the footage, Chatta is seen calmly conversing with the film crew while in this precarious position, demonstrating remarkable composure. The actor shared the clip on his social media page with a poignant caption highlighting the demands of the profession.
He wrote: "The JOB The TASK You rarely get to CHOOSE You must give your ALL You’re TIRED You’re SICK But you must keep PUSHING They say SHOW must CONTINUE You are as GOOD as your last JOB. Shoutout to all ACTORS around the globe and their DIRECTORS that pushes them to carving out the BEST in them."
Netizens React with Awe and Concern
The bizarre and risky scene quickly stirred a mix of admiration and unease among Nigerians online. While many praised Chatta's dedication, others expressed serious concerns for his safety during the filming of such a dangerous sequence.
Social media user funso38 commented, "What if someone betr@yed you and cover it up? I can’t act this kind of movie never!" echoing a common fear about the potential for things to go wrong.
Another user, gbassrhythm, worried about practicalities, asking, "I hope they prevented his eardrum cos iyepe go enter ooo." Meanwhile, eezharhh stated plainly, "Uhmmmm, I don’t think I can act this kind of movie no matter the money."
Some comments, like that from mustapha930501, framed it as a necessary hustle: "Nawa ooo Sha money de movie sha So he's doing it fr his money It's his hustle He has to eat and pay bills and take care of himself and his family lol."
A Testament to Nollywood's Dedication
This incident sheds light on the physical and psychological demands placed on actors in Nollywood, Nigeria's prolific film industry. Ibrahim Chatta is a respected veteran known for roles in epic movies like Jagun Jagun, Lisabi, and House of Ga'a.
The video serves as a stark reminder of the unseen efforts that go into movie production. As user aremoapede noted, "Only if audience understand what artist went through behind the scene to satisfy them." Another user, parodymil, questioned the necessity, pointing out that technology could recreate the scene, but acknowledged it might "consume more money and time and energy."
This is not the first time Chatta has made headlines for his commitment. Legit.ng previously reported how the actor built his massive film village with earnings made during the COVID-19 pandemic, a period during which he undertook unusual projects after placing his faith and career solely in God's hands due to his lack of formal certificates.
The viral clip of Ibrahim Chatta being 'buried alive' ultimately stands as a powerful symbol of the sacrifices made by entertainers to bring compelling stories to life, sparking a vital conversation about artistic dedication versus personal safety in filmmaking.
