Film
28 Oct
Producer of the award-winning movie series, Shanty Town, Chichi Nworah, has returned with anew flick, which aimed to disrupt the leadership of a dreaded gang in the slum and produce a slum king.
28 Oct
The Wale Adenuga Production Television (wapTV) has been awarded the “Outstanding Digital Terrestrial TV Brand of the Decade” at the 20th anniversary edition of the Marketing Edge Awards – a glamorous media/advertising industry event...
27 Oct
"Leave the World Behind," an acclaimed novel about ordinary people struggling to cope as a slow and mysterious disaster shuts down the world, felt topical when it was published during the unfurling pandemic of 2020.
27 Oct
The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) has selected the crime thriller Orah as its opening night movie.
26 Oct
Documentarians, directors, producers, and digital creators are invited to showcase their documentary projects at the Global Pitch, an online event organized by Sunny Side of the Doc. This event, scheduled for February 6-7, 2024, focuses on documentary projects that explore the theme "Docs for the Future: Mapping a Sustainable World." To be considered, projects should…
24 Oct
AY Makun's latest comedy blockbuster, Merry Men 3, has surged to the number one position on the Nigerian box office charts, establishing itself as the most-watched Nollywood movie in the past week. Data sourced from the Cinema Association of Nigeria reveals that Merry Men 3 enjoyed a substantial N18.6 million weekend haul, complemented by an…
23 Oct
The new Taylor Swift concert movie held on to the top spot in North American theaters this weekend, but history-based crime epic "Killers of the Flower Moon" had an impressive debut -- the best for a Martin Scorsese film since 2010.
22 Oct
Fans of Spanish series "Elite" and South Africa's "Blood & Water" will be treated to an international storyline in the next installment that sees two characters from the popular Netflix shows cross, the creators said.
21 Oct
Help is needed urgently for notable Nollywood actor, John Okafor, who is popular known as Mr Ibu. The actor of vast credit is in dire need of financial assistance to enable him treat an undisclosed medical condition, which as the actor said, may lead to the amputation of his legs.
21 Oct
Star actor, Ramsey Nouah and Executive Director of the National Film and Video Censors Board, Adedayo Thomas, are billed to participate as Blue Pictures convenes the second edition of its biennial industry interactive forum dubbed ‘Next Gen Mini Conference’.
14 Oct
Leading Nollywood stars such as Alex Ekubo, Nancy Isime, Stephnora Okere, Zack Orji, Nosa Rex, Jibola Dabo and several others recently regrouped and dazzled fans and movie buffs in a new film titled: Drink. The star-studded flick, which was produced and painstakingly directed by cerebral Nigerian filmmaker, Victor Okere, is sensationally set to premiere amid…
14 Oct
Producer of award-winning movie series, ‘Shanty Town’ Chichi Nworah, has returned to the turf to disrupt the rulership of the dreaded gang in the slum and produce a Slum King. One may ask why the prolific movie director is interested in what happens in the slum but her passion for telling good stories, making quality…
Guardian Life
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Actress Uzo Aduba and her husband Robert Sweeting have announced the arrival of their baby girl, Adaiba Lee Nonyem. The couple shared the news on social media, expressing their joy and love for their new daughter. Aduba posted a photo of herself holding baby Adaiba on Instagram, writing, "We love you so much, Adaiba Lee…
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Scottish Playwright, John Byrne, known for his work on the BBC series Tutti Frutti and the Slab Boys theatre trilogy, dies at the age of 83, His wife, Jeanine, was by his side during his final moments. Born in Paisley and a graduate of the Glasgow School of Art, Byrne's creativity knew no bounds. His…
2 hours ago
Melvin Townsend, the man punched by Mike Tyson on a plane in April 2022, is seeking $450,000 in damages from the boxer. Townsend's attorney told TMZ that his client has been dealing with various injuries since the attack, "including a concussion, cervical radiculopathy, and impaired vision." Mike Tyson's lawyer, Alex Spiro, dismissed the lawsuit as…
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Meet Larry Alden Brown, Lon Bernard Brown, and Gene Carol Brown, the world's oldest living triplets (male), turning a remarkable 93 today. Originally from Kalvesta, Kansas, USA, born during the Great Depression, these brothers have quite a story to tell. Larry, the firstborn, recalls, "We were a late-in-life BIG surprise to our parents." Despite being…
4 hours ago
Adeyemi Idowu, professionally known as Yhemolee, has taken legal action against singer Lil Frosh, filing a N200 million defamation lawsuit. This move comes in response to recent public allegations made by Lil Frosh, who claimed Yhemolee slapped him for failing to greet him. Yhemolee, expressing his innocence, shared details of the lawsuit via his Instagram…
Music
1 day ago
Rising artist, Jhello (real name: Chukwudubem Great Agbo)'s debut EP, Jay The EP, has officially hit the digital airwaves. The EP is now available for download across all major platforms.
2 days ago
Nigerians singer, Amexin has revealed that his very first headline concert in Lagos, tagged the Amexin Special concert will hold this December. Amexin dropped the details for his very first headline concert ‘Amexin Live in Lagos’ announcing that it will hold this December at the Pop central hause in Lagos. He shared this via his…
2 days ago
Nigerian-American hip-hop artiste Trilly has emerged with a captivating new track that pays homage to the opulence and allure of Dubai's ballers. Titled 'Sheikhs' and released via his Trillion Dollar Records label, the song serves as a melodic eulogy, celebrating the extravagant lifestyle synonymous with the Emirati city's elite. Trilly's infectious beats and lyrical finesse…
26 Nov
The Jewel Aeida Event Center, nestled within the swanky streets of Lekki, Lagos, recently witnessed a titanic surge of anticipation and excitement with the grand debut of Coke Studio. Outshining the typical Saturday night scene, Lagos was consumed by an electrifying ambiance at this extravaganza, as Coke Studio embarked on a high-octane launch, assembling a…
26 Nov
The music scene is abuzz with excitement as a new Afrobeats prodigy, Sharlly, prepares to make his mark with the release of his highly anticipated debut EP on December 15. This young artiste has been making waves in the industry, captivating audiences with his infectious beats, catchy melodies, and undeniable talent. Hailing from Badagry in…
Film
23 Nov
The much-awaited Squid Game Season 2, known as 'The Challenge,' was released on Netflix yesterday, November 22, 2023. This Korean survival drama gained immense popularity in 2021 for its unique storyline, blending thriller elements with a reality game show concept.
22 Nov
In a shocking turn of events, Netflix has transformed the gripping and socially charged K-drama, Squid Game, into a reality television game show known as Squid Game: The Challenge. The adaptation, which blends elements of the original series with the format of reality TV competitions, has taken centre stage with its first two episodes, "Green…
18 Nov
Since her arrival in the United States to commence her assignment as the 2023 Global Artist in Residence at the African Studies Centre (ASC) and the Department of Afro-American and African Studies (DAAS) at the University of Michigan in the United States...
18 Nov
Fast rising Nollywood actress Adeola Awodein has announced she is under a new management. The stage and screen actress who made the announcement of the commencement of this new development with the release of some stunning photos on her social media platforms
8 Nov
In a cinematic landscape dominated by the cacophony of jump scares and supernatural terrors, "Hush" emerges as a groundbreaking masterpiece that explores the chilling potential of silence. This news article delves into the spine-tingling narrative of "Hush," its departure from traditional horror tropes, and its intriguing connection to the iconic "Scream" franchise. "Hush" introduces Maddie,…