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12 Nollywood Portraits To Feature In Chicago Museum

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8 years ago

October 19, 2016

The Nigeria movie industry has experienced tremendous growth internationally this past year and taking it one step further to the world, some of its finest practitioners have been handpicked by ace graphic artiste, Ike Ude who has designed their portrait that will be featuring in a Chicago museum tomorrow, 20th of October 2016.

Top acts such as, Beverly Naya, Genevieve Nnaji, Belinda Effah, Osas Ighodaro, Alex Ekubo, Monalisa Chinda, Eku Edewor, Jim Iyke, Kunle Afolayan, Uti Nwachukwu amongst others will feature in twelve individual nollywood portraits, tagged ‘A Radical Beauty’, which have all been selected by the Museum of Contemporary Photography in Chicago, for their upcoming exhibition which kicks off on October 20, 2016.

The exhibition will also feature The School of Nollywood, a grand group portrait representing a cross section of the industry.

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Tobi Bakre, RMD, Sola Sobowale & Nancy Isime Star In Nollywood-Bollywood Series “Postcards”; Debuts May 3 On Netflix

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2 days ago

April 16, 2024

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Hamisha Daryani, the producer who brought you the laughter and joy of “Namaste Wahala” in 2021, is back with a brand new series. Daryani’s latest creation is titled “Postcards,” and it’s gearing up to be your next binge-watch. Mark your calendars because “Postcards” officially premieres on Netflix on May 3, 2024.

The news of the premiere date was revealed with excitement by Daryani herself on her Instagram page on April 14, 2024. So if you want to stay updated on the show, be sure to follow her.

“I’m super excited to announce that our show #PostcardsSeries will be arriving on Netflix on May 3rd! This means it will be premiering next month in over 190 countries to an audience of over 260 million people.”

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Get ready to be whisked away on a global adventure with “Postcards”! This exclusive Netflix series boasts a stellar cast, including Nollywood favourites. The likes of Richard Mofe-Damijo, Tobi Bakre, Sola Sobowale, and Nancy Isime. You’ll also see Bollywood stars Rahama Sadau and Rajniesh Duggall grace the screen.

Sharing a glimpse into the show’s plot, Daryani offered a synopsis on her Instagram:

“#PostcardsSeries follows the compelling stories of four individuals whose life’s journeys are filled with a rollercoaster of emotions – from joy to frustration, from grief to triumph, from love to heartbreak, and everything in between. Prepare to laugh, cry, scream, and most importantly, see yourself reflected in these powerful narratives.”

Following the popularity of her previous movie, Namaste Wahala, Daryani shared her excitement for the start of the series:

“Directed and Produced by yours truly 😁@hamishadaryaniahuja and brought to you by my production company Forever 7 Entertainment. After the exciting success of ‘Namaste Wahala’ super excited for you guys to see Nigeria and India come together again but this time with a whole different flavour,” she wrote.

Watch the trailer below:

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Wale Ojo Played Wole Soyinka In Film Adaptation Of “The Man Died”

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2 weeks ago

April 5, 2024

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Veteran Nollywood actor Wale Ojo is set to star as the iconic Nigerian writer Wole Soyinka in a new film adaptation of Soyinka’s famous memoir, “The Man Died.”

The book tells the story of Soyinka’s experiences as a political prisoner during the Nigerian Civil War in the late 1960s. It’s a powerful account of his thoughts and struggles while being held by the government.

“The Man Died” was published in 1972, two years after the war ended. Soyinka later became the first Sub-Saharan African to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986, a historic achievement.

Interestingly, in July 2023, on Soyinka’s 89th birthday, Wale Ojo himself paid tribute to the literary giant, calling him “a rare icon.” Now, Ojo will have the chance to bring Soyinka’s story to life on the big screen.

“Akinwande Oluwole Babatunde Soyinka is 89 years old today. Love him OR hate him HE has earned his place amongst the G. O. A. T. of this universe!” the 55-year-old posted on Instagram.

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Joining Wale Ojo in the cast of “The Man Died” is a lineup of Nollywood stars. Familiar faces like Chidi Mokeme, Sam Dede, and Norbert Young will share the screen. Rising talents like Simileoluwa Hassan and Christiana Oshunniyi will join too. The film also introduces newcomer Abraham Amkpa.

Femi Odugbemi is the producer, Bode Asiyanbi is the writer, and Awam Amkpa directs. The film is set to hit theatres in July 2024, a special date chosen to celebrate Wole Soyinka’s 90th birthday.

This isn’t the first time Soyinka’s work has been adapted for the screen. In 2022, his play “Death and the King’s Horseman” was transformed into the Netflix movie “Elesin Oba, The King’s Horseman.”

Soyinka, a celebrated author and the first-ever Nobel laureate from Sub-Saharan Africa has a rich literary legacy. “The Man Died” joins a collection of powerful works. It includes “The Lion and the Jewel,” “The Trials of Brother Jero,” “Aké: The Years of Childhood,” and “You Must Set Forth at Dawn.”

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Yoruba Epic “Beast Of Two Worlds” Makes ₦101.2 Million After 5 Days In Cinemas

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April 5, 2024

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The Yoruba epic film “Beast of Two Worlds” (also known as “Ajakaju”) is off to a roaring start in Nigerian cinemas. The movie debuted with a strong opening weekend, raking in an impressive ₦63.2 million. This momentum continued throughout the week.

After five days on the big screen, “Beast of Two Worlds” has brought in a total of ₦101.2 million. The film’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, announced this exciting news on Thursday, April 4, 2024.

“Nigerians are not playing on this one. Thank you for trusting every movie we dish out,” the company said.

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The new Nigerian movie “Beast of Two Worlds” (“Ajakaju”) is a massive hit! This epic Yoruba film brought in a whopping ₦63.2 million during its opening weekend, according to official data released by the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN) on Thursday.

This is the highest opening weekend gross for any Nollywood movie released in 2024 so far! “Beast of Two Worlds” even managed to outperform the Hollywood blockbuster “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” which premiered at the same time but only earned ₦49.3 million in its opening weekend.

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“Beast of Two Worlds” is a collaboration between Anthill Studios and first-time producer, Nollywood actress Eniola Ajao. The movie tells the story of a desperate king who faces exile if he can’t produce a male heir.

In a risky move, he takes a new wife, but this decision brings chaos to his entire kingdom. The film is co-directed by Adebayo Tijani and Odunlade Adekola (who also plays the king). The star-studded cast includes Sola Sobowale, Femi Adebayo, Lateef Adedimeji, Mercy Aigbe, and many other popular Nollywood actors.

“Beast of Two Worlds” is the latest addition to a string of successful Nigerian epic films, following in the footsteps of hits like “Aníkúlápó,” “King of Thieves,” “Òrìṣà,” and “Jagun Jagun.”