Abdul Mumin Umu Salma Tando(born, December 14, 1989) is a Ghanaian actress and producer who hails from Wa in the Upper West Region.[1] Her contributions to the Ghanaian movie industry have earned her several accolades, including Best International New Actress at the 2014 Papyrus Magazine Screen Actors Awards and Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2019 Ghana Movie Awards.[2][3] Besides being in the film production industry, she is also a successful entrepreneur.
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| Born | Salma Mumin Wa, Ghana, Ghana |
| Occupation(s) | Actress and producer |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Awards | Ghanaian Movie Awards, 2019 |
Early life
editSalma Mumin was born in Wa in the Upper West Region. She later moved to Accra to pursue her acting career. Her mother funded her education. She attended Odorkor 1 Primary School and later Insaniyya Secondary School before she entered the University of Ghana to pursue a degree in Theatre Arts.[4]
Career
editMumin made her screen debut in 2007 when she was featured in the movie Passion and Soul.[5] Since 2012, she has also played roles in the movies Seduction, No Apology, College Girls, Leave my wife, The Will, No Man’s Land, and What My Wife Doesn’t Know, and John and John.[6] Her first screen performance were in I Love Your Husband 1, 2, and 3 in 2009. She also starred in the film You May Kill the Bride in 2016. She has also been in international movies.
Producer
editIn 2015, she produced her first movie titled No Man's Land.[7]
Promotional work
editMumin's face can be seen on billboard and in TV commercials in Ghana, including commercials for UniBank, Jumbo, Electromart, and many more. Her first TV commercial was for UniBank. She is the brand ambassador for Hollywood Nutritions Slim Smart.[8]
Fashion
editIn 2019, Mumin further expanded her creative endeavors by launching her clothing brand, Lure by Salma. Recently, she unveiled her newest collection, "The Evolution", which includes eight distinct designs that reflect the brand's unique aesthetic. The collection showcases garments such as the Asibi Dress, Easy on the Eye Long Dress, invasion Skirt, Leak jumpsuit, refined 2 Piece, Shield 2 Piece, Subtle 2 Piece and Subtle Pants. To celebrate the launch of "The Evolution" a grand event was organized at East Legon, bringing together numerous celebrities and friends from the entertainment industry. Elikem Kumordzi, Abena Korkor, Mz Vee, Samira Yakubu, Pascal Amanfo, Juliet Ibrahim, Prince David Osei, Fella Makafui, Nikki Samonas, and many others graced the occasion, adding glamour and support to Mumin's thriving fashion venture. [9]
Filmography
edit- Passion and Soul
- Before My Eyes (2008) - Prostitute
- Love, Lies, and Murder (2009) - Janet
- I Love Your Husband (2009)
- Temptation (2010)
- Sinking Heart (2011) - Amanda
- The Will (2013) - Tasha
- Victims (2013)
- Crime Suspect (2013)
- Purple Rose (2014) - Taz
- What My Wife Doesn’t Know (2015)
- No Man’s Land [10] (2016)
- Amakye and Dede (2016)
- John and John (2017)
- HashTag (2018) - Linda
- Sometimes in Yesterday (2018) - Araba
- Love in the Bahamas (2019) - Chloe
- Away Bus (2019) - Bibi
- Aloe vera (2020) - Mrs. Aleogede
- Illusions (2021)
- Foreigner's God (2022) - Nkiru
- The Recruitment (2023)
- Resonance (2024)
References
edit- ^ "Angry Salma Mumin blasts bloggers; denies ever looking for a man". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2018-06-05.
- ^ Inusah/Attractive/GhanaState.Com, Mustapha A. "Salma Mumin Wins First Award After 5 years of Acting". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2018-06-05.
- ^ "Surprises At 2019 Ghana Movie Awards". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 14 April 2020.
- ^ Ndetei, Chris (2022-07-17). "Salma Mumin's bio: age, movies, foundation, pictures, real name". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2024-08-25.
- ^ Duah, Kofi. "Salma produces No Man's Land". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2018-06-05.
- ^ "Fast rising Ghanaian actress Salma Mumin reveals how she fell in love with acting". Encomium Magazine. Retrieved 2018-06-05.
- ^ Mawuli, David. ""No Man's Land": Everything you need to know about Salma Mumin's movie". Retrieved 2018-06-05.
- ^ Jeremie, Sarah Dankwah. "Salma Mumin Is Brand Ambassador Of Hollywood Nutritions Slim Smart". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2018-06-05.
- ^ "Timeline Salma Mumin | Timepath". timepath.co. Retrieved 2024-09-03.
- ^ Online, Peace FM. "Salma Mumin Produces 'No Man's Land'". Retrieved 2018-06-05.
External links
edit- Salma Mumin at IMDb