Shalewa Ashafa, also known as ShallyStar, is a Nigerian Nollywood actress, TV personality, scriptwriter, and copywriter. She has earned recognition in the Nigerian entertainment industry with notable roles in productions such as Ajoche and The Razz Guy. Her talent and dedication have quickly made her a respected figure in Nollywood.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Shalewa Ashafa |
| Date of Birth | July 12, 1995 |
| Place of Birth | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| State of Origin | Ogun State |
| Partner | Linked to Udoka Oyeka (unconfirmed) |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actress, TV Personality, Scriptwriter, Copywriter |
| Net Worth | Approximately $150,000 USD |
Early Life and Education
Born on July 12, 1995, in Lagos, Nigeria, Shalewa hails from Ogun State. She is the youngest of five siblings. Due to her mother’s work, she moved frequently during her childhood.
She attended Christ The Cornerstone Nursery and Primary School and completed her secondary education at Iloko Model College, Osun State, after attending several schools in Lagos, Benin, and Osun. She later graduated from the University of Lagos, where she studied Advertising.
Career
Shalewa’s acting journey began at a young age with stage plays and voice acting, although she paused to focus on her education. At 19, she began professional acting with stage plays and later transitioned into television, appearing in Tinsel and Hotel Majestic.
Her breakthrough role came with the lead character Elakeche in the TV series Ajoche, which brought her critical acclaim. She debuted in cinema with The Razz Guy in 2021 and has since appeared in several films and web series including Phases (Ndani TV) and Life as It Is. Besides acting, she also works as a scriptwriter and copywriter for TV commercials.
Personal Life
Shalewa maintains a mostly private personal life. She once sparked rumors of marriage through a playful Instagram prank during the COVID-19 lockdown but later clarified she is not married. There have been public associations with actor Udoka Oyeka, but her current relationship status remains private. She has no publicly known children.
Net Worth
Shalewa’s estimated net worth is around $150,000 USD. Her income comes from her work as an actress, television personality, and contributions as a scriptwriter and copywriter. She also runs a small bakery business to supplement her earnings.
Filmography
- Evol (2017)
- Ajoche (2018) — Lead role as Elakeche
- Life as It Is (Web Series)
- The Razz Guy (2021)
- Phases (Ndani TV Series, Season 2)
- The Blood Covenant (2022)
- There Is Something Wrong with the Bamideles (Short Film, 2022)
- The One for Sarah (2022)
- Hell Ride (2022)
- Clinically Speaking (TV Series)
- To Be Frank With You (TV/Web Series)
- Pink Butterfly (2024)
- A Heart on the Line (2024)
- Unscripted (TV Series)
Awards and Nominations
Shalewa has received one major nomination for Best Actress in a Television Series for her role in Ajoche. She was also part of the web series Life as It Is, which was nominated for the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.
