Entertainment
Behold, Movies Of The Week
The Nigerian movie industry of late has produced maximum quality and creatively engaged story lines. There is no doubt, more time and money are being put and invested into the movie industry. Unlike how it used to be, there is actually value for your money when you pay to watch a Nollywood movie at the cinemas.
Some of the hit movies this week are:
Alta Ego:
Alter Ego takes a dive into the story of a lawyer who specialises in defending less privileged, sexually abused victims. She somewhat takes her cases personal and uses unconventional methods to see the sex offenders and molesters are punished even if it means going the extra mile out of the court.
Her character, choices and decisions throughout the movie are influenced by the experiences she had as a kid growing up.
At a young age, she was sexually abused by her teacher which in turn leaves her battling with some uncontrollable sexual urges throughout her life.
With her past still haunting her, she literally sleeps with every man who crosses her path, she ends up getting in bed with her employees, security guards and even her brother-in-law.
She finally meets Timothy, a billionaire philanthropist who adds some spice to the plot.
Omotola Jalande Ekeinde plays the role of lawyer. Though Omotala hasn’t been in the movie scene for close to three years now, the role was played so well by her, you would believe everything going on in this movie is real. Omotola might have been out of the game for a while now, but there is no doubt this role was actually made for her.
A Million Baby:
A Million Baby is a Nollywood movie with a twist of comedy that follows the story of Janet, a comfortable family woman who loves to give and help the less-fortunate.
She eventually falls victims of her own good will and a turnaround of situation lands her in the company of Morufu, Mama Oyinye and Johnny.
The movies are showing in Silverbird, Genesis and Film House Cinema houses across the country.
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.’