Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku’s mental health has been confirmed as stable by his manager, Moses Allen, following a viral video that sparked widespread concern online. The clip, which surfaced recently, showed Anuku lying by the roadside in Wuse 2, Abuja, dressed casually in jeans, a black top, and sneakers, while holding a disposable cup and speaking to himself. The footage quickly gained traction on social media, prompting many users to question the actor’s wellbeing and speculate about possible mental health issues.
Allen addressed the growing public concern in an interview with Premium Times, firmly dismissing the rumors. He emphasized that the video was misinterpreted and that Anuku’s behavior should be understood within the context of his profession as an actor. “So I understand you guys might have seen a video and then care to ask. It’s better to ask than to start making presumptions like other people used to do every time,” Allen stated. He described Anuku as a deeply expressive artist who often lives in a creative world of his own, which may appear unusual to outsiders.
According to the manager, Anuku’s actions in the video were not signs of instability but rather part of his artistic process. “He does those things, people mistake it for madness or craziness. No, an artist is actually never really normal… he operates in a creative realm,” Allen explained. He pointed out that there was nothing alarming in the footage—Anuku was not naked, not aggressive, and not harming anyone. “What is wrong with someone sitting down by the grass and talking to himself? He wasn’t naked, he wasn’t abusing anybody… maybe he was rehearsing or imagining a scenario,” he added.
Allen also highlighted that Anuku is a responsible man with a family and children, reinforcing that his behavior does not reflect any mental health crisis. He urged the public to avoid jumping to conclusions without understanding the full context. The manager concluded by reaffirming that the veteran actor is “sound and has never been in a better mental state than now.” He praised Anuku as a dedicated artist whose unique expressions are shaped by his craft rather than personal distress.
As the conversation continues online, the incident underscores the importance of empathy and context when interpreting public figures’ actions. It also highlights the challenges artists face in being misunderstood due to their creative nature. Moving forward, this moment may serve as a reminder to approach viral content with caution and to seek clarity before forming judgments.
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