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Rising Star Shamsudeen Idris Signs With Norté PR, Expanding His Growing Footprint In Nollywood

12/8/20252 min read

Rising Star Shamsudeen Idris Signs With Norté PR, Expanding His Growing Footprint In Nollywood

The move represents a significant development for one of West Africa’s most distinctive emerging voices.

Lagos, Nigeria — Fast-rising Nigerian actor and model Shamsudeen Idris, professionally known as Dean, has officially signed with Norté PR, the newly launched public relations arm of Norté Media. The partnership signals a pivotal moment in the young performer’s rapidly accelerating career, as he continues to establish himself as one of Nollywood’s most versatile emerging talents.

In just one year of professional acting, Idris has built an impressive body of work, appearing in notable productions including the long-running Africa Magic series Tinsel, the hit comedy Visa on Arrival, Ndani TV’s How I Got Broke, and projects under Kanayo O. Kanayo TV. His on-screen presence is distinguished by a blend of emotional depth, natural charisma, and technical discipline. His qualities strengthened through formal training with the Actors Guild of Nigeria and The Actor’s Academy.

Beyond acting, Idris brings three years of professional modeling experience, having worked with distinguished brands such as Walt Apparel and Porte Du MHC, further demonstrating his versatility in front of the camera and his ability to embody both character and aesthetic with precision.

Speaking on the signing, Norté Media founder highlighted Idris as a timely addition to the agency’s selective roster.

“Shamsudeen represents the kind of talent Nollywood’s future depends on. Committed, multifaceted, and steadily rising,” He said.

“His range, his professionalism, and his drive make him a standout. Norté PR is proud to support the next chapter of his journey.”

Industry observers note that Nollywood’s accelerating expansion has created significant demand for disciplined, camera-ready performers with broad market appeal. Idris’ combination of acting skill, modeling experience, and formal training positions him as an artist with the potential to transition into larger, more defining roles.

For Shamsudeen, joining Norté PR marks a strategic move toward amplifying his visibility across screens and markets.

“I’m excited for this partnership,” he shared. “It’s a major step in shaping my career and reaching new audiences with the work I’m passionate about.”

With Norté PR’s entry into the communications landscape and its focus on elevating emerging African voices, Shamsudeen Idris stands as one of the agency’s most promising new additions. A talent built for impact, longevity, and continued ascent.

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