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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26:50SEASON 2 EPISODE 10: (BREAST FRIEND)
283.6K views
20:30Your Ex Boyfriend?
280.2K views
36:47Papa Benji SEASON 3 - EPISODE 7 (American Express)
277.1K views
5:30Basketmouth Opens New Church
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1:29Basketmouth's Blind Date With Tina
270.1K views
17:03My Flatmates (Problem no dey finish)
266.3K views
2:12Basketmouth Blind Date 2
266.1K views
29:03Papa Benji SEASON 3 - Episode 3 (A Widows Might)
265.5K views
19:03MY FLATMATES MASHUP EPISODES (Part 6)
261.5K views
28:37Season 2: EPISODE 7 (Nebuchadnezzar Fire Network)
259.8K views
29:24Papa Benji SEASON 3 - Episode 5 (Friends with Benefit)
258.3K views
20:56Season 2: EPISODE 5 (MAN OR WOMAN)
258K views
6:33The Secrets of Lulu: Episode 6. Starring Tu Face, Inidinma Okojie, Koloman and Buchi
252.2K views
25:28Season 2: EPISODE 6 (Givers Never Lack)
251.2K views
32:59Papa Benji SEASON 3 - EPISODE 8 (Fighting For Honor)
250.1K views
14:26My Flatmates Mash Up Videos (Part 2)
249.2K views
2:43Basketmouth Showers Expensive Gifts On Chigul
245.1K views
27:27Papa Benji SEASON 3 - EPISODE 9 (G.O.A.T - Greatest Of All Time)
242.8K views
3:51Basketmouth, Bovi and Buchi Operation Crack Featuring
237.2K views
7:16The Secrets of Lulu Episode 5
237.1K views
31:43EPISODE 11 (EVERY WEAPON FASHIONED...)
236.7K views
3:56Basketmouth and the Man of God
235.3K views
31:28EPISODE 12 (HEAVENLY GARMENT)
231.9K views
27:44MAKE SHE NO WEAR BIKINI AGAIN BECAUSE SHE MARRY?
231.6K 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.
