Martha Ankomah, the movie star, clarified her stance on movies shot in local languages, addressing misconceptions that she dislikes the rural and Akan/Twi-led Kumawood movie scene in Kumasi. Speaking to Prince Benjamin (PB) on Accra 100.5 FM’s Entertainment Capital, she explained that she has never appeared in a Kumawood movie because she has not been contracted for one, and emphasized the importance of the storyline and script quality in her decision to accept roles.

Ankomah recounted an experience where she traveled to Kumasi to work on a movie with director Sammy Rasta, underscoring that her participation in any project depends on the strength of the storyline. She highlighted how platforms like Netflix collaborate with Nigerian filmmakers to produce movies in Yoruba and Igbo with subtitles, yet prioritize the storyline and production quality.

She clarified that her earlier comments about rejecting nonsensical roles were not directed specifically at Kumawood.Ankomah mentioned that she adheres to a personal rule of only accepting roles that challenge her mentally, inspire positive change, and contribute to the country's development. She recently turned down a Nigerian movie role because the story did not meet her standards.

Ankomah also noted her admiration for certain Kumawood films, particularly mentioning "Kumasi Yonko" (2002) directed by Samuel Nyamkye. However, she expressed her discomfort with the frequent portrayal of fetish practices and witchcraft in some Kumawood movies. Despite this, she refuted claims that she declined a role in LilWin’s 'A Country Called Ghana'.

“I love Kumawood movies but what I dislike about their movies is the fetish stuff they inculcate into them. Apart from that, I love their storylines and they used to have really good movies like Kumasi Yonko, but, of late, most of their movies portray witchcraft and that does not motivate me to shoot with them,” she said.