JUST IN: 6 Nollywood Upcoming Movies You Should Look Out For

Nollywood, Nigeria’s thriving film industry, is preparing to enchant moviegoers with a slate of intriguing films. A few days ago, the trailer for “Finding Messiah” sparked a frenzy on the X app, with fans pronouncing it the best they’d ever seen and a must-see for everyone interested in Nigerian films.<<<READ FULL ARTICLE HERE>>>

But that’s only the beginning. More intriguing Nollywood films will be released soon. Nollywood continues to push boundaries and explore new ideas, making it an exciting moment for moviegoers. Keep a look out for these upcoming releases, which promise to feature engaging storylines and performances.

1. Finding Messiah

“Finding Messiah” stands out with a five-minute teaser, which is unusual in Nollywood. Oscar Heman-Ackah, a Ghanaian-Nigerian music executive and entrepreneur, wrote and directed the film, which explores politics, corruption, and power dynamics in the imaginary country of Zambay. It stars a diverse cast that includes Pete Edochie, Taiwo Ajayi-Lycett, Daddy Showkey, and Ngozi Ezeonu. Beyond the drama, the film’s amazing and bright outfits, perhaps designed by Tiannah Styling, are likely to attract your attention.

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2. Red Circle

The film “Red Circle” is famous for bringing veteran actress Bukky Wright out of retirement. While the release date has yet to be confirmed, the film promises spectacular performances from Folu Storms, Femi Branch, and Ruggedman. Akan Mason directs the film, which was written by Abdul Tijani-Ahmed and co-produced with Nora Awolowo.

3. She He They

“She He They” is an upcoming online series exploring what it means to be queer in Nigeria, with themes including love, friendship, relationships, genders, and sexuality. The Initiative for Equal Rights (TIERsNigeria) is the series’ executive producer, while Uyaidu Ikpe-Etim and Ayo Lawson are the directors.

4. Aburo

“Aburo,” which translates to “younger one,” is a film about hopes, aspirations, and the realities of street life and poverty. It depicts the story of a gifted teenage athlete who has the opportunity to pursue his aspirations abroad. Will his aspirations be realized? The film, which will be released in theaters on May 1, 2024, promises a blend of love, compassion, and life’s brutal realities.

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5. The Man Died

Adapted on Wole Soyinka’s “The Man Died: Prison Notes of Wole Soyinka,” this Nollywood film stars Sam Dede, Segilola Ogidan, Nobert Young, and Wale Ojo. “The Man Died” will premiere in July, around Soyinka’s 90th birthday, as a cinematic tribute to the Nobel Laureate’s work.

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6. Alagbede

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“Alagbede,” which translates as “Blacksmith” in Yorùbá, is a bilingual film set in the 1990s. It follows two desperate friends and blacksmiths who are tired of their poverty. Their pursuit of fortune leads them to a key decision. The cast includes Gabriel Afolayan, Femi Adebayo, Kehinde Bankole, Fathiat Williams, and Jaiye Kuti. Mark your calendars on April 19, when “Alagbede” enters theaters.<<<READ FULL ARTICLE HERE>>>