Eystein Young Dingha Junior is a Cameroonian actor, screenwriter, and director known for his impactful contributions to African cinema. His notable work includes directing The Planter’s Plantation, which won the prestigious Écran d’Or at the Écrans Noirs Festival in 2022. This film was also Cameroon’s official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2023 Academy Awards. Dingha’s films often explore themes related to African culture and history, resonating strongly with audiences across the continent.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Eystein Young Dingha Junior |
| Date of Birth | 21 January 1992 |
| Place of Birth | Njinikom, Cameroon |
| Nationality | Cameroonian |
| State of Origin | Kom (Northwest Region) |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Actor, Director, Screenwriter, Producer |
| Net Worth | $500,000 |
Early Life and Education
Born on January 21, 1992, in Njinikom in Cameroon’s Northwest region, Eystein Young Dingha Junior comes from a family with roots in the Kom area of Boyo and the Bali area of Mezam.
He attended primary school in Njinikom and completed his secondary education at St. Paul’s College in Bamenda. Afterward, he graduated from the University of Yaoundé II. Dingha later moved to Nigeria to expand his career opportunities and develop his craft further.
Career
Dingha began his acting career in 2012 after training at the Ruphina’s House Academy in Bamenda. Early on, he acted in several Cameroonian productions such as Samson, Ensomni, The Beast, and My Best Day.
In 2021, he wrote the screenplay for Hidden Dreams, a film directed by Ngang Romanus, which was Cameroon’s submission to the 94th Academy Awards and earned him a nomination for Best Screenplay at the Bayelsa Film Festival.
In 2022, he created The Planter’s Plantation, a musical film that he wrote, directed, and produced. The film starred Nigerian actor Nkem Owoh and Cameroonian actress Loveline Nimo and received the Écran d’Or award at the Écrans Noirs Festival, making him the first Cameroonian director to win this honor in the festival’s history. Later that year, the film was selected as Cameroon’s entry for the Oscar for Best International Film.
Personal Life
Dingha maintains a private personal life with limited public information about his partner or children. His focus remains largely on his cinematic work and artistic contributions. His move from Cameroon to Nigeria reflects his dedication to growing his presence in the broader African film industry.
Net Worth
Eystein Young Dingha Junior’s estimated net worth is around $500,000. This figure reflects his earnings as a Cameroonian actor, screenwriter, director, and producer, whose notable work includes the award-winning film The Planter’s Plantation.
Filmography
- Screenwriter:
- Hidden Dreams (2021)
- The Planter’s Plantation (2022)
- Director:
- Woman Perfect (2019)
- Consort (2019)
- If Only (2020)
- The Planter’s Plantation (2022)
- Clando, the exile bus (2022)
- Actor:
- Samba (2016, TV series)
- If I Am the President (2018)
- Saving Mbango (2020)
- Full Moon (2020)
- The Journey of the S (2020)
- Behind Gates (2022)
Awards and Nominations
Dingha has won numerous awards, primarily for The Planter’s Plantation. Notable accolades include the Écran d’Or at the Écrans Noirs Festival in 2022, the Ecobank Ousmane Sembene Special Prize, and the Burkina International Plan for Girls’ Equality Special Award at FESPACO 2023. His film also won Best International Film at the Uganda Film Festival and earned several honors at the Balafon Awards in Douala, among others.
