Film
24 Nov
Hollywood got respite from a slack few months as two much-anticipated new films -- Universal's "Wicked: Part I" and "Gladiator II" from Paramount -- roared to the top of the North American box office this weekend. "Wicked," the latest take on 1939's beloved "Wizard of Oz," took in an estimated $114 million for the Friday-through-Sunday…
23 Nov
Two Chinese films about same-sex love and Covid-19 vied on Saturday for top prizes in Taiwan's prestigious Golden Horse Awards, which saw the highest number of entries from China in recent years despite political tensions. Beijing banned its entertainers from joining Golden Horse -- dubbed the Chinese-language "Oscars" -- in 2019 after a Taiwanese director…
23 Nov
Seyi Akinsola is driven by a simple aspiration: achieving excellence in every endeavour. Alongside my wife, I co-founded Astrocraft Productions. We first registered Astrocraft in the UK in 2013, laying the groundwork for what has now become a significant pursuit.
21 Nov
Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola’s debut cinema production, Queen Lateefah, has smashed records, grossing ₦350 million in just two months. The milestone places the film as the 7th highest-grossing Nollywood title of all time, cementing Toriola’s status as a rising force in the industry. This achievement builds on the movie's strong start when it grossed ₦150…
19 Nov
The highly anticipated Wicked film premiered in dazzling style at the Royal Festival Hall, London, on November 18, 2024, ahead of its cinematic release this Friday, November 22. Fans are thrilled to go back into the magical world of Oz with this stunning reimagining of the beloved musical. Directed by Jon M. Chu and written…
15 Nov
The Nigerian creative industry has shown the capacity to retain a veritable position in the international business circuit at the MIPCOM 2024
13 Nov
The Nigerian Film Festivals Association (NFFA) and Rwanda Film Federation (RFF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the aim of fostering collaborative filmmaking, encouraging cultural exchange, and promoting economic growth. According to a statement signed by the Chairman of NFFA, Uche Agbo, the objectives of the MOU include: encouraging film festival participation between…
9 Nov
The rank of notable actors who are above 70 and are still around was depleted with the passing penultimate week of the veteran actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, who was popularly known as Charles Olumo and Agbako. The late actor, best known for playing the devious character in most of his movie appearances, passed on October 31,…
5 Nov
From chart-topping music to groundbreaking dramas, the Hallyu Wave, also known as the Korean Wave has been shaking the world. The Korean entertainment and culture trend is so contagious that supporters keep growing rapidly worldwide. From learning hangul for fun to wearing hanbok as a costume, it has become safe to say many Nigerians are…
3 Nov
The highly anticipated 20th edition of the continental film awards ceremony, Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), yesterday recognized stars amid applause and called on brands to invest and support. Held at a fully packed Balmoral Convention Centre in Ikeja, Lagos, the event hosted over 700 guests from different parts of Africa. A total of 26…
2 Nov
The Africa Film Academy, producers of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), have restated that the 20th edition of the award would hold in Lagos on Saturday November 2. AMAA, widely regarded as Africa’s premier film award, celebrates excellence and creativity in the continent’s film industry. The producers revealed that the 20th edition is set…
2 Nov
Nollywood was thrown into deep shock and mourning when news broke penultimate week that an illustrious member of the acting tribe, Ayo Emmanuel, has passed on. Emmanuel’s fans and colleagues took to their social media platforms to mourn a public servant-turned-actor, who is first among equals, especially if the role demands that the actor lives…
Guardian Life
12 mins ago
Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. have decided to terminate discussions on a potential merger, ending the restructuring attempt to create one of the world’s largest automotive groups. Both companies held board meetings on Thursday, where they agreed to withdraw the basic agreement signed in December 2024 and officially end merger discussions, according to…
4 hours ago
Priscilla Ojo, daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has said that even though marriage can be scary, she is confident that her own story will be different. The 24-year-old, who recently got married to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, made this known during a private gathering with family and friends, where she spoke about her…
4 hours ago
Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru has accepted the marriage proposal of music star Innocent “2Baba” Idibia. In a video released on Thursday morning, 2Baba asked Natasha to marry him, putting an end to weeks of speculation about their relationship. On Wednesday, the singer had publicly declared his love for Natasha, dismissing claims that…
6 hours ago
Valentine’s Day is upon us, and love is officially in the air! This is the perfect time to express your feelings and create magical moments with your special person. If you’re still wondering how to plan the ultimate date, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Here are seven unique, simple and meaningful date ideas that will…
1 day ago
Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has broken new ground as she joins San Diego F.C. as a part owner. This move makes her the first African female musician to have a stake in a Major League Soccer (MLS) club in the United States. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the club’s…
Music
1 day ago
Nigerian singer Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has officially parted ways with YBNL Nation, the record label owned by rapper and music executive, Olamide. The ‘Lonely at the Top’ crooner confirmed his exit by unveiling his own music imprint, Giran Republic, under which he dropped his latest single, “Why Love”. This comes after months…
3 days ago
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar on Monday visited former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Atiku was accompanied on the visit by former Gov. Liyel Imoke of Cross River and Aminu Tambuwal, a former Sokoto State governor. READ ALSO:GMOs: Experts draw attention of NSA to risks of gene editing…
3 days ago
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, John Mayaki, has strongly condemned a recent full-page editorial published by ThisDay, accusing the Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party of using media to blackmail the judiciary. The contentious article, titled “All Eyes on Edo Tribunal” and penned by ThisDay Sunday Editor Davidson Iriekpen, has been…
4 days ago
American rapper and fashion mogul, Kanye West, has raised the alarm over threats to his children’s lives, claiming that unknown persons are trying to silence him through fear. West, 46, made the revelation on Saturday via a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating that a mysterious number sent a message to his wife, warning that…
4 days ago
The founder of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has blamed pastors for fueling the greed of gospel singers by celebrating them instead of correcting their ways. He made this statement during Your LoveWorld Season 11, Phase 2, held from February 5 to 7, and later uploaded on the church’s YouTube page on Friday. The 61-year-old…
Film
2 days ago
Residents of Sobi Poly Feeder at Oke-Fomo in Ilorin West Local Government Area (LGA), which comprise 44 communities, on Tuesday staged
3 days ago
Before we dive in, please note this review contains spoilers. Bukola Ogunsola delivers a family drama that exposes the struggles of marriage, the burden of family expectations, and the secrets that refuse to stay buried. Director: Bukola Ogunsola Cast: Daniel Etim Effiong, Ariyiike Dimples, Stan Nze, Rita Dominic, Iyabo Ojo, Bukky Wright, Kalu Ikeagwu, Elma…
8 Feb
The director of the film, an actor, playwright, director of stage plays, films and curator of visual arts, Awam Amkpa is a Nigerian-American professor of drama, film, and social and cultural analysis at the New York University in New York and Abu Dhabi.
8 Feb
It was the accomplished filmmaker and member of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Femi Odugbemi, who first broke the cheery news on his social media handles. The news was that The Man Died, the film that takes audiences through Wole Soyinka