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Why Lupita Nyong'o chose to reclaim her Kenyan accent after years in Hollywood

Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o. (Courtesy/Variety)

Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o has opened up about her complex relationship with accents in the first episode of her new podcast, Mind Your Own.

During the conversation, Lupita shared how she struggled with her identity while navigating the pressures of the entertainment industry.

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