Archives Tag: Nollywood
Highlights of Nollywood Week, Paris
April 19, 2022
Last week, Paris, France, played host to actors, directors, filmmakers, journalists and other key players in the Nigerian movie industry at the Nollywood Week in Paris. The 3rd edition, which was 4 day event, from Thursday 3rd May to Sunday 6th May had a line-up of popular Nollywood faces, including Kunle Afolayan, Lala Akindoju, Tunde Kelani, … Continue reading Highlights of Nollywood Week, Paris
Remembering Amaka Igwe: The Matriarch of Nollywood’s Golden Age
April 19, 2022
The last week in April marked four years since we lost one of Nigeria’s creative industry’s greatest minds, Amaka Igwe. who almost single-handedly pioneered the modern Nigerian video film, TV and cinema era. She lived her life as though she had an unwritten contract to entertain Africa. Legendary With more than 25 years experience in … Continue reading Remembering Amaka Igwe: The Matriarch of Nollywood’s Golden Age
App Of The Week: Iroko Tv (Netflix Of Africa)
April 19, 2022
Netflix and Chill If you’ve never heard the expression “Netflix and Chill” well, you’re pardoned; but after you read this article, you have no excuse. To define this catchy slang, “Netflix and Chill”: Netflix is the popular movie and TVs streaming service. Chill, in this context, means to relax. Together, they mean: relax and watch … Continue reading App Of The Week: Iroko Tv (Netflix Of Africa)
Omoni Oboli: The Ageless Star Launches Book To Mark 40th Birthday
April 19, 2022
Nollywood actress, scriptwriter and producer, Omoni Oboli, has just turned 40. To mark her birthday, she is set to launch her first book titled, The Stars Are Ageless. A tell-all book about her life, her adventure with love, and how she found her footing the the movie industry. Tried and true The mother of three, started her … Continue reading Omoni Oboli: The Ageless Star Launches Book To Mark 40th Birthday
Men You Should Know: Richard Mofe-Damijo
April 19, 2022
Richard Mofe Damijo, fondly called RMD, is a Nigerian actor. The veteran actor was once a Commission for Culture and Tourism in Delta State in 1999. He won the Africa Movie Academy Award for the ‘Best Actor in a Lead Role’ in 2005. Early life RMD was born on July 6, 1961 in Aladja, Delta … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Richard Mofe-Damijo
‘October 1’ Director And Producer To Release New Yoruba TV Series
April 19, 2022
Popular Nigerian actor and movie director, Kunle Afolayan, has announced that he is working on a new television series scheduled for release next year. Epic yoruba Afolayan hopes to capture the 16th-century tradition of the ethnic group in the new epic Yoruba drama TV series. Speaking to NAN on Wednesday, he said: “I have quite … Continue reading ‘October 1’ Director And Producer To Release New Yoruba TV Series
Movies To Watch This Weekend
April 19, 2022
Last weekend, we suggested that you watch “Before I do”, “Low lives and High Hopes” and “Date Night”. This weekend, here are the movies you should see: WHO? Who is a comedy movie produced by IK Ogbonna. It follows the story of an Igbo man and a Hausa woman who fall in love with a … Continue reading Movies To Watch This Weekend
Vivica Fox, Ada Ameh, Joseph Benjamin, Freda Steffl, star in new film, “Alexandra”
April 19, 2022
A lot of Nigerians are making their mark in Hollywood this year, and some leaving larger footprints than others. One of those people who has put Nigerian film industry on the map is Freda Steffl. Alexandra Freda is the producer and lead actor of the new film, Alexandra, which tells the story of an innocent … Continue reading Vivica Fox, Ada Ameh, Joseph Benjamin, Freda Steffl, star in new film, “Alexandra”
Did You Know? Jide Kosoko Has Two Daughters In Nollywood
April 19, 2022
The Kosoko name will most likely outlive veteran actor, Jide Kosoko. Jide Kosoko began acting as a child in 1964 in a television production, Makanjuola, and has remained relevant in the movie industry ever since. He has worked in the capacity of both actor and director in a number of movies. Descendants After the renown actor retires from … Continue reading Did You Know? Jide Kosoko Has Two Daughters In Nollywood
Movies To Watch This Weekend
April 19, 2022
This weekend is packed filled with events and beautiful movies for your pleasure. Here are three great movies that will be in cinemas this weekend and are a must-watch. LOW LIVES AND HIGH HOPES Low Lives and High Hopes is an intriguing movie. It follows the story of a young Attah’s struggle trying to detach himself from his … Continue reading Movies To Watch This Weekend
Tega and Peggy Together Again in ‘Mr. X Family Show’
April 19, 2022
Richard Mofe-Damijo, fondly called RMD, recently announced that actress Ego Boyo and himself will co-star in a new family show, Mr X Family Show. While hinting on their comeback, RMD said: “My journey with Ego Boyo started nearly 30 years ago, our first encounter being on the production of ‘Checkmate’ when my dear friend, Amaka … Continue reading Tega and Peggy Together Again in ‘Mr. X Family Show’
Treasure Wells Academy Presents’ Breaking Into Nollywood’ Workshop
April 19, 2022
Treasure Wells Academy, a passionate communication academy, presents Breaking into Nollywood Workshop with Ike Nnaebue. The workshop develops from the academy, which is a platform that provides hands-on, result-oriented, job-creating training with practical guides and exercises geared towards building a successful career in Nollywood and beyond. It will be holding in Lagos; below are the … Continue reading Treasure Wells Academy Presents’ Breaking Into Nollywood’ Workshop
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Throwback Thursday: ‘Rattlesnake’, Nollywood’s First Action Movie
April 19, 2022
If you did not see the movie, Rattle Snake, then you have missed out on one of the best movies to come out of Nigeria. Pioneer Rattle Snake was shot in 1994 when the movie industry in Nigeria was still at its teething stage, so the picture quality may not have been top notch, but … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: ‘Rattlesnake’, Nollywood’s First Action Movie
6th Nigerian Entertainment Conference Holds In Lagos
April 19, 2022
The sixth edition of the Nigerian Entertainment Conference will be held in Lagos on Wednesday, April 25th, 2018. This year’s edition is tagged Understanding Emerging Market Trends and Opportunities, and will focus on how the Nigerian creative industry can understand and benefit from opportunities available in emerging market segments, and how to become more impactful locally and globally … Continue reading 6th Nigerian Entertainment Conference Holds In Lagos
ROK Studios Launches Two New DSTV Channels
April 19, 2022
Following the success of ROK in 2016, the Nigerian-owned entertainment brand has launched two new channels on DSTV. ROK’s CEO and Nollywood actress, Mary Njoku, said: “We are so excited to be extending the ROK platform across two new channels this week on DStv and GOtv. Today’s announcement is really a testament to our fans … Continue reading ROK Studios Launches Two New DSTV Channels
