"This conceptual idea of diversity still has a long way to go," said the "Amistad" and "Shazam" star, who claims he's "underpaid."

The two-time Oscar nominee, who has worked in the industry for decades, cited "systematic racism" for his financial instability.

Djimon Hounsou said in a recent interview with CNN that he continues to struggle as a working actor in Hollywood despite several roles in studio blockbusters under his belt and two Oscar nominations to his name.

Los Angeles, January 13 (IANS): Oscar nominated and “Gladiator star” Djimon Hounsou revealed he is "struggling to make a living" despite his Hollywood success. He believes that he is "underpaid" by movie heads.

Despite everything he achieved in over two decades of Hollywood, Djimon Hounsou still struggles to get paid what he deserves.

Hounsou’s most famous movies include “Amistad,” “Gladiator,” “In America,” “Blood Diamond,” “How to Train Your Dragon 2,” “Guardians of the Galaxy,” “Captain Marvel,” “Charlie’s Angels,” “Shazam!,” “A Quiet Place Part II,” “A Quiet Place: Day One,” and both “Rebel Moon” films.

Two-time Oscar nominee Djimon Hounsou says he still struggles to 'make a living' in Hollywood despite receiving critical acclaim and awards attention.

Actor Djimon Hounsou, known for 'Gladiator' and Oscar-nominated roles in 'In America' and 'Blood Diamond', is struggling financially despite his success. He believes he is underpaid and undervalued by Hollywood.

Shazam! and Guardians of the Galaxy star Djimon Hounsou has said he's "still struggling financially to make a living" in Hollywood and argues that he's underpaid, despite booking major movie

Speaking on CNN’s African Voices Changemakers, Hounsou said he’s still underpaid—despite two decades in the industry.