Nollywood filmmaker Niyi Akinmolayan has attributed the withdrawal of some international movie streamers, such as Netflix and Amazon, from the Nigerian market to the devaluation of the naira. Akinmolayan made the claim on Channels TV yesterday. In a sharp policy shift, President Bola Tinubu abolished the fuel subsidy and consolidated multiple ...
It has taken nearly 80 years, but a Nigerian movie will finally be screened in a hallowed official slot at the Cannes film festival tomorrow. After decades of being written off for its cheap and cheerful crowd-pleasers, Nollywood — the frenetic film industry based in Lagos which churns out up to five films a day […]
•Davido Afrobeat star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced plans to dive into the film industry with several investments lined up for this year. In a recent interview with content creator Darryl, the singer revealed that filmmaking is a long-standing passion and that he would likely have pursued a career in film if […...
•Hanks Anuku Veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku has revealed that some of his colleagues in Nollywood engage in diabolic practices and blackmail. The actor, known for his compelling portrayal of villainous and action-packed roles, shared his experiences in a recent interview on the Nollywood Hardcore podcast with fellow actor Emma Labista. He...
•Late Actress Nkechi Nweje Nollywood actress, Nkechi Nweje, has died after a brief illness. Nweje’s death was confirmed today by movie producer, Stanley Ajemba, popularly known as Stanley Ontop, via his Instagram handle. Ajemba paid tribute to Nweje, describing her as a vibrant actress and his best friend, reports Saturday PUNCH. He recalled t...
•Nkem Owoh Veteran Nollywood icon, Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, is celebrating his 70th birthday today and fans are celebrating him on social media. Osuofia kicked off the celebration of the milestone age with a post on his Instagram page, saying: “Chi Efogo and it is my 70th birthday. “What else can I say? […]
•Late Pat Ugwu Nollywood actress Pat Ugwu is dead. She was aged 35. A colleague, Emeka Okoye, announced the development in an Instagram post today along with a funeral poster detailing her funeral arrangements. Pat had lost her father in 2021 and will be buried on February 7, 2025, reports The Nation. Announcing her death, […]
•Timini Egbuson Popular heartthrob, Timini Egbuson, is admired by many ladies but he recently told our correspondent that the movie industry is his only lover for now. He told our correspondent, “I am not in love with anyone, I am only in love with Nollywood— my craft and what I do on screen,” reports Saturday […]
•Actress Lizzy Anjorin The Lagos State Police Command, today, confirmed that no case of stealing was established against Nollywood actress, Lizzy Anjorin-Lawal, who was accused of stealing gold at the Oba Akintoye Market in the Lagos Island area of the state. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the developme...
•Saheed Balogun and late daughter, Zeenat Zeenat Balogun, daughter of a popular Nollywood actor, Saheed Balogun, is dead. The actor, who announced the passing of his daughter today via his verified Instagram account, posted a solemn image of a candlelight surrounded by flowers, accompanied by heartbroken emojis. Hours later, his former wife, F...
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