Basketmouth
About Basketmouth
Bright Okpocha (born 14 September 1978), better known by his stage name Basketmouth, is a Nigerian comedian and actor. Born in Lagos State and originally from Abia State, he completed his education in Apapa, Lagos, before studying Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Benin. He discovered an interest in drumming in 1991 and began rapping in 1994, forming rap groups including Da Psychophats and Da Oddz before transitioning to stand-up comedy. He has organized popular stand-up comedy concerts such as Basketmouth Uncensored across the globe, and in 2005 and 2006 he won the National Comedy Award and the Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year award. He launched the record label Barons World Entertainment in 2014 and released albums including Yabasi (2020) and Horoscope (2022). His film and television work includes the Africa Magic series My Flatmates and the web series Papa Benji, and in 2024 his first feature film A Ghetto Love Story was released.
Videos (710)
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10:37Can you make me laugh in 1min?
1.1M views
39:54Papa Benji: Episode 1 (The Cork)
1M views
2:22Basketmouth, @BnxnTYE - Your Body (Official Music Video)
935.6K views
2:54Basketmouth, 2Baba & Blaqbonez - Trouble (Official Video)
743.3K views
3:42Basketmouth And Bovi In Love Triangle
731.4K views
2:39@Basketmouthcomedy @kwabenakwabenamusic @FalzVEVO GHANA JOLLOF (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
730.4K views
3:39Michael Blackson is the receptionist from hell.
575.8K views
5:08Basketmouth's Girlfriend Exposed
547.5K views
29:26Papa Benji: Episode 2 (An Eye for An Eye)
524.4K views
5:31Basketmouth And Bovi Can Shake It Too
512.5K views
2:41Basketmouth In "Na Who Dey Call Me?"
506.9K views
39:17Papa Benji: Episode 9 (Foreign Currency)
493.7K views
43:09Season 2 Episode 8: (7 Days A Week)
467.9K views
25:01My Flatmates (Uselessness in High Places)
466.4K views
34:48Papa Benji: Episode 12 (The Lies Men Tell)
460.4K views
29:40Papa Benji SEASON 3 - Episode 1 (Fresh Wound)
456.2K views
2:44Basketmouth Assaults Hospital Patient
441.4K views
30:41Papa Benji Episode 3 (50/50)
437.2K views
39:19Season 2: EPISODE 3 (VISA APPLICATION)
430.4K views
37:40Papa Benji SEASON 3 - Episode 2 (Visa On Arrival)
426.2K views
31:51PAPA BENJI SPECIALS: Hunger Games | Bimbo Ademoye I Nedu I Basketmouth
413.6K views
30:37Papa Benji Episode 4 (The Client)
398.1K views
35:58Papa Benji: Episode 11 (The Silver Spoon)
394.7K views
34:38Papa Benji: Episode 10 (Size 45)
392.2K viewsFrequently asked questions
What is Basketmouth's real name?
Basketmouth is the stage name of Bright Okpocha, a Nigerian comedian and actor born on 14 September 1978.
Where is Basketmouth from?
Basketmouth was born in Lagos State and is originally from Abia State; he completed his education in Apapa, Lagos, and studied Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Benin.
Was Basketmouth a rapper?
Yes. Basketmouth discovered an interest in drumming in 1991, began rapping in 1994 and formed rap groups including Da Psychophats and Da Oddz before moving to stand-up comedy.
What is Basketmouth Uncensored?
Basketmouth Uncensored is one of the popular stand-up comedy concerts Basketmouth has organized across the globe.
What awards has Basketmouth won?
In 2005 and 2006 Basketmouth won the National Comedy Award and the Best Stand-up Comedian of the Year award.
Does Basketmouth have a record label?
Yes. Basketmouth launched the record label Barons World Entertainment in 2014 and has released albums including Yabasi (2020) and Horoscope (2022).
Which films and series has Basketmouth made?
Basketmouth's screen work includes the Africa Magic series My Flatmates and the web series Papa Benji, and his first feature film, A Ghetto Love Story, was released in 2024.
