Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe [/b]has revealed the intense health challenges she battled while filming her latest movie, Thinline. In a heartfelt Instagram post shared on December 20, 2024, Mercy opened up about the difficult moments she faced during the production process, showing her resilience and dedication to her craft.
Sharing her experience, Mercy disclosed that she was hospitalised after waking up one morning on set with severely swollen and painful eyes. The actress, who had been pushing through the challenges of shooting, described how the unexpected health issue disrupted the filming process and left her in severe discomfort. According to the veteran actress, who also struggled with making impressive sales on the movie’s launch, doctors diagnosed the swelling in her eyes as a severe infection.
“Throwback to the set of Thinline. I woke up one morning on set, and my eyes were like this (swollen and red). We couldn’t film, we had to break set, and the pain that came with this was excruciating. I was hospitalised. In fact, it was a whole lot of challenges!” she wrote in the post, reflecting on the struggle she went through. Mercy's words painted a picture of the difficulties she had to endure to complete the movie, showing how important the project was to her despite the health scare.
Despite the ordeal, Mercy expressed gratitude for making it through the production process, which she described as an emotional rollercoaster filled with challenges. She thanked her fans for their continued support and reflected on the strength it took to push through the tough times, emphasizing that, regardless of the hardships, she still gave thanks. “It’s been an experience on this journey with Thinline, a whole lot of challenges, but in all, I still GIVE GOD THE GLORY 🙏🙏🙏,” she added, showcasing her faith and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Adding a touch of humor to her post, Mercy recounted a conversation with someone who speculated whether her struggles on set were somehow related to the storyline of the movie. Laughing off the suggestion, she jokingly replied, “I don’t think so oh!” This lighthearted comment brought a sense of relief and joy, reminding her followers that despite the challenges, she maintained her sense of humor and positive spirit throughout the process.
The actress described the film as a labour of love infused with “hard work, pains, blood, and sweat,” emphasizing how much effort and personal sacrifice went into bringing *Thinline* to life. Her passion for the project shone through in her words, making it clear that every moment of hardship was worth it for the sake of creating something meaningful. She also extended her gratitude to fans who have already watched *Thinline* and encouraged others to head to cinemas to enjoy it, highlighting the importance of support from her audience in making the project a success.
