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New Blockbuster Movies To Watch
The Nollywood film indus
try has released new block buster movies that are currently the talk of the town particularly in the make believe industry. They include:
1. Love In Berlin
The movie produced by Isaac Izoya witnessed its first ever world premiere on September 13th this year. The film stars, Mercy Johnson, Benedict Johnson, Tonye Akposhere, Isaac Izoya and Charles Inojie among others.
The setting of the film is Athens, Greece, Berlin Germany, Frankfurt German and Lagos Nigeria.
2. Dazzling Mirage
This movie is produced by award winning film maker, Tunde Kelanic. The feature film is due for premiere November 7. The film features a hybrid of traditional theatre artistes, trained actors and a handful of Nollywood stars.
The filmed drama depicts Isola (Bayo Bankole) a radically and unreliable man who is mistaken for the formidable public complaints commissioner sSolarin by the corrupt officials of the local government council.
His presence causes panic among the officials and they make desperate efforts to out do each other so as to pacify the visitor. The flurry of activities to cover their misdeeds expose the high level of corruption and rot prevalent in the local council.
Isiola is therefore generously bribed and accorded the reception that befits the status of a man of importance. The discovery of the mistaken identity coincides with the arrival of the real public complaints commissioner. It is a must watch.
3. Stolen Lives
This movie is directed by Emmanuel Eme produced by Emmanuel Williams and Nelson Jumbo. If features Jide Kosoko, Ruth Kadiri, Beverly Osu, Bukky Wright, Kunle Coker, Alex Ekubo, Ik Ogbonna Owumi. Ugbeye, Tayo Sobola among others.
The new star studed movie is a story of four girls from different background and with different stories to tell. The story revolves around Amarachi, Janette Jumoke and Anita.
Amarachi who is the lead character in the movie was raped at a tender age while her cousin, Janette ended up being HIV positive. Jumoke fell in love with a cultist and Anita found solace in the arms of older men.
It is a movie we can say happen. Yes it is actually true. Young girls living a life they can never be proud of, engaging in different activities just to take their minds off the real problem. The movie is a must watch.
Being Mrs Elliot
Omoni Oboli’s movie being Mrs Elliot was the number one movie in cinemas within three days of its release and the first Nollywood movie to be screened at the presidential villa.
The movie is the story of a successfully married woman who was torn between two world after a life changing incident. She later found out that the best life has to offer are moments not things.
The Antique
A new blockbuster movie titled. The Antique has hit the movie market. The much anticipated epic movie stars the best and seasoned acts in Nollywood such as Olu Jacobs, Bimbo Akintola and several others.
The movie, which is set for a world premiere on October 19th at the Eko hotels and suites, tells the story of a troubled Godo kingdom as the only heir to the throne lies at death’s door therefore an innocent girl must journey to a land where mortals are forbidden in search of an antique but will she return?.
Produced by thriller adventure stars Olu Jacobs, Ricardo Agbor, Bimbo Akintola, Oge Indiana, Gabariel Afolo Lanya, Kiki Omeili, Omawumi, Dada, Akpororo and a host of other fantastic actors. Directed by Darasen Richards and DJ TEE
The movie has a rich storyline with an applaudable ancient setting laced with intrigues of tradition and the beauty of Africa’s vegetation. It was shot in a very thick forest close to Cotonou and marks the beginning of a new era for Nollywood.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’
