Basketmouth, also known as Bright Okpocha, is a veteran Nigerian comedian and filmmaker who has made a startling admission on the misappropriation of funds by Nollywood producers. According to Naija News Thrill, Basketmouth claimed in an interview with Arise TV that streaming services provide filmmakers enormous sums of money. However, only 10% of the money…
The impact of African Film Awards on the careers of young filmmakers, the transformational effect of winning such awards, and the ways these accolades are contributing to the development of a stronger, more vibrant African film industry are all topics we are examining as we continue to savor the moments from the recently concluded African…
Hollywood star Denzel Washington has disclosed that, prior to his retirement, he will appear in the third installment of Marvel’s “Black Panther.” In an interview on the “Today Show Australia,” the seasoned actor, who portrays a pivotal role in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator 2, recently revealed this information. “I only want to collaborate with the finest….
The celebrations, cuisine, and familial ties that characterize a typical African society are all depicted in these films. The richness of our culture is captured in Nigerian films, from the deliciousness of our foods to the pulsating rhythms of our dances, the intricacies of familial connections, and the happiness of weddings and marriage ceremonies. With…
At Saturday’s 20th Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) in Lagos, Nollywood actor Femi Adebayo won Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his historical thriller “Jagun Jagun.” Adebayo’s “Jagun Jagun,” which had already received seven nominations, won the Achievement Award for both makeup and visual effects. Michell Lemuya was named the “Best Young Promising Actor”…
The second season of Lights, Camera… Naija will be hosted by Nigerian celebrity TV host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, according to Netflix! Before the event, which is set for November 2, 2024, Netflix formally revealed that Ebuka Obi-Uchendu would be hosting it. The event will be hosted by the award-winning host and will highlight and honor the…
Nigerian actress Somkele Iyamah-Idhalama is thrilled to be a member of the Star Trek: Discovery cast, an American science fiction television series. In ‘Life, Itself’, the tenth episode of the fifth season of the Paramount+ adventure drama series, the actress performs a crucial part as ‘The Progenitor’. The model and movie star, who was born…
Actress Halima Abubakar of Nollywood has been suspended by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) after a two-year investigation revealed her involvement in the dissemination of false material and statements regarding her colleagues in the business. The well-known actress is purportedly responsible for the dissemination of untrue and deceptive information about her coworkers and other…
The Sèmè City Film Lab has been established in partnership with the EbonyLife Creative Academy. Sèmè City is the premier human capital development program of the Benin Republic. EbonyLife Media is the continent’s largest media conglomerate with a global reach. With financing from the World Bank, this creative film incubation initiative strives to provide young…
The official poster for Nigerian director Kunle Afolayan‘s upcoming film, “Recall,” has been revealed. The film is scheduled to debut on November 7, 2024, at the African Film Festival. Not too long ago, on November 3, 2024, the director announced on his Instagram page that his most recent film has been chosen to be screened…
