Nollywood actress Shan George has expressed her unwavering admiration for Afrobeats icon Davido, sharing the reasons why she will always remain a loyal fan. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Shan highlighted three pivotal moments that solidified her support for the artist, despite the ongoing drama surrounding Davido’s friend, Cubana Chief Priest, and his rivalry […]
‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Tops Nollywood Charts with N1.46bn Box Office Success
‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Sets New Nollywood Record with N1.466bn Grossing in Less Than a Month In an exciting update, Everybody Loves Jenifa has officially become Nollywood’s highest-grossing film of all time, surpassing N1.466 billion in box office earnings in less than a month since its release. The film, which premiered in cinemas on December 11, […]
Nollywood Takes a Bold Step Forward with the Gritty Thriller The Black Book
Nigerian thriller The Black Book has been making waves, reportedly topping global figures on Netflix with 5.6 million viewers in its first two days. With such impressive numbers, the question arises: does it live up to the hype? As a critic, scholar, and teacher of Nigerian film and storytelling, my short answer is yes. Directed […]
A Tribe Called Judah becomes highest-earning Nigerian film
A Nollywood film has smashed box office records, becoming the first Nigerian movie to earn 1bn naira ($1.1m; £900,000) in domestic theatres. A Tribe Called Judah achieved the historic feat in just three weeks. Its creator – Nigerian actor, director and producer Funke Akindele – has thanked her fans for the milestone. “Thank you Lord! […]
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and the African Perspective on Hollywood’s Struggles”
Cultural scholar Jeanne-Marie Viljoen critiques Black Panther and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, despite their global success and celebration of African culture. She explores the complexities and shortcomings of the franchise, questioning its portrayal of African identity and the larger issues of representation in Hollywood. What are Black Panther’s limitations when it comes to diversity? The […]
“Big Nigerian Actor Films New Movie in Unexpected Scrapyard Location”
A Nigerian movie star, who referred to himself as “one of the great actors in Nigeria,” has shared his excitement and gratitude for shooting scenes of his latest film in Suffolk and Essex, describing the experience as “beautiful.” The actor, known for his impactful roles in both Nollywood and international cinema, expressed his admiration for […]
“Nollywood Star Godson Clinches Best Lead Actor at BEFFTA Awards”
In a standout moment for Nollywood, actor Mike Godson was honored with the Best Lead Actor award at the prestigious BEFFTA Awards, celebrating the finest in black and ethnic talent across Europe and the UK. His victory highlights the global reach and impact of African cinema, with Godson’s impressive performance earning him widespread recognition. The […]
“Nollywood Surpasses Global Expectations, Becomes the World’s Second Largest Film Industry”
Nollywood: The Global Giant Behind Hollywood’s Heels Nollywood, the film industry in Nigeria, has solidified its place as one of the most influential and prolific film industries in the world. Known for producing over 2,500 movies annually, Nollywood ranks second only to Hollywood in terms of film production. This achievement has catapulted Nigeria’s film sector […]
“VDM Claims to Be an ‘Activist,’ But Doesn’t Respect the Rule of Law? A Contradiction in Action”
Martins Vincent Otse Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM), has stirred considerable controversy in Nigeria, not just for his activism but for the defamation lawsuit he’s currently embroiled in. His legal battle stems from a post in which he accused Femi Falana, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), and his son, […]