Genevieve Nnaji

Lionheart

January 4, 2019

Genevive Nnaji’s ‘Lionheart’ is now streaming on Netflix today!

Only recently marking 20 years in Nollywood, Genevieve Nnaji’s buzzy, directorial debut Lionheart is a love letter to Nigeria. After having its world premiere at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, Lionheart amassed so much dizzying publicity in part because of Nnaji’s perennial, effortless charm. And also her talents. Towards the end of last year,... Read More

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Lionheart

December 26, 2018

Film Review: Lionheart is the feel-good movie of the year and everyone should see it

Genevieve Nnaji isn’t a fan of the division of the film industry into old and new Nollywood. These boxes and labels, convenient but ultimately far from all-encompassing were employed by the media in response to the pivot of Nollywood films to cinema, as distributors began to seek out new ways of reaching audiences. “People come... Read More

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Lionheart

December 20, 2018

Genevieve Nnaji has allegedly accused FilmOne Distribution for refusing to distribute ‘Lionheart’

There has been a fairytale quality about Genevieve Nnaji’s Lionheart, its ample, exquisite publicity and the goodwill from the film community. On Sunday, Nnaji announced via an Instagram post that her directorial debut will start showing in Nigerian cinemas on Friday. #Homecoming, she hashtagged. But yesterday, the news circulating was that the actress has reportedly... Read More

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Lionheart

December 16, 2018

Here’s when Genevieve Nnaji’s ‘Lionheart’ will start streaming on Netflix

With the film festival fare and goodwill that Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut Lionheart has enjoyed, streaming powerhouse Netflix has announced the films and TV shows coming to its platform in January. As such, Lionheart, which was picked up by Netflix in a global rights deal back in September, will be available for streaming on January... Read More

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December 7, 2018

Genevieve Nnaji’s ‘Lionheart’ screens at the Marrekech International Film Festival

This year’s Marrekech International Film Festival officially kicked off last week Friday, in Morocco, and is slated to end December 8. A celebration of Moroccan cinema with movies like Stateless (Narjiss Nejjar) and Sophia (Meryem Benmbarek), Genevieve Nnaij’s Lionheart, which gained film festival popularity at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival, was among the lined-up... Read More

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November 14, 2018

#YNaijaPowerList2018: Davido, Genevieve Nnaji, Wizkid… These are the 10 most powerful people in entertainment

For the seventh consecutive year, YNaija brings you its annual ranking of the most powerful young persons under the age of 40 who are getting things done in entertainment. From singers taking indigenous sounds to the other side, to movie stars attempting a third act, these are the 10 that matter the most. Temidayo Abudu... Read More

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Genevieve

October 10, 2018

Major moves! Genevieve Nnaji signs deal with American talent agency UTA

How does it feel like to be Genevieve Nnaji right now?! I’ll tell you: have your directorial debut lauded at the Toronto International Film Festival, score a global distribution deal with streaming giant Netflix, nab an interview on CNN’s Quest Means Business and then ink a deal with premier global talent agency UTA. Pretty straightforward.... Read More

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Genevieve

September 13, 2018

Genevieve Nnaji was interviewed on CNN about Netflix acquiring ‘Lionheart,’ and here are some takeaways

Following the announcement that Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut Lionheart will premiere at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, there’s been this palpable excitement and fever on social media. “Walking into TIFF18 like…” tweeted TIFF via their official account, showing images of Nnaji in lipstick-red pantsuit and making an entrance. READ MORE: Seun Onigbinde took on... Read More

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NEA

September 13, 2018

Entertainment Roundup: Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Odunlade Adekola, others nominated for NEA Awards 2018 | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Odunlade Adekola, others nominted for Nigerian Entertainment Awards 2018 The awards covers various sections of the entertainment industry, including, music, movies, comedy, and others. https://www.instagram.com/p/BnoBVNWgJ9I/?taken-by=neaawards https://www.instagram.com/p/BnoBfu9AUZr/?taken-by=neaawards https://www.instagram.com/p/Bnn9qaYgNSG/?taken-by=neaawards Genevieve Nnaji speaks to CNN... Read More

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September 10, 2018

Entertainment Roundup: Eminem breaks 36-year-old UK chart record; Omotola says singing is her first love | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment over the weekend and others that unravelled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Actor, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde says she is going back into the studio In an interview with Punch, she says, “you can call that my first love if you want. I know a lot of people... Read More

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Lionheart

September 8, 2018

Netflix has acquired worldwide rights to Genevieve Nnaji’s ‘Lionheart’

Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut Lionheart will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival today. No longer news. But according to multiple reports, the family business comedy has been picked up by streaming giant Netflix in a global rights deal. More pointedly, this marks Lionheart as the first Netflix Original from Nigeria. Whoop, whoop. Netflix Originals... Read More

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Farming

September 4, 2018

Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s ‘Farming’ stars Genevieve Nnaji, and here’s what the movie is about

Back in 2017, Variety reported the news about Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s British drama Farming. Based on Agbaje’s autobiographical story, Farming centers Enitan (Damson Idris), a young Nigerian boy drawn into the warped world of a racist skinhead gang in 1980s England. Per the plot synopsis, Enitan is “farmed out” by his parents to a white British... Read More

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Lionheart

August 25, 2018

Why we are rooting for Genevieve Nnaji’s ‘Lionheart’ at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival

From the current crop of Nigerian female directors and filmmakers, Genevieve Nnaji’s solid career as an actress is coming to an inflection point with her directorial debut Lionheart, set to premiere at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival next month. Nnaji is one of the top-tier talents in Nollywood we have come to love and... Read More

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Nollywood

In case you haven’t noticed, gimmicky star-studded movies are killing Nollywood

Old-era Nollywood was much simpler. It was a period in an evolving industry where actors were discovered, and with every movie we watched them grow into cinema powerhouses. For example, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde was part of an exciting flux of actors around the mid 90’s, operating in her lone star power just much as Genevieve... Read More

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Genevieve

Genevieve Nnaji breaks the internet; Journalist reveals only 15 Chibok girls are alive | See our top 10 viral tweets from last week

Viral tweets just make Twitter utterly delightful; so we thought to curate our top 10 (there’s a bonus and then some) from last week. Some of the tweets will have you shedding a tear; others will make you bowl over with laughter; altogether they’ll give you an idea about what Twitter talked about during the... Read More

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October 12, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Mo Abudu listed as one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Global Television; “Lies everywhere”, Davido reacts to new reports on Tagbo | More stories

Here’s everything you missed in entertainment yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing this Thursday morning. Davido reacts to Tagbo’s autopsy report Yesterday, blogs and news sites buzzed after a new and supposedly genuine autopsy report for Davido’s late friend, Tagbo was released. Contrary to previous claims, Tagbo reportedly... Read More

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September 25, 2017

Film review: Amara is underwhelming, absolutely boring

There was a time when it was considered a big deal for Nollywood stars and producers to make the trip to foreign lands to shoot films. As budgets got bigger and the films began to score healthier profits, this was considered a natural evolution. By the time Nigerians based abroad – either through the help... Read More

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Peter Okoye to feature in Genevieve Nnaji’s movie

Nigerian singer, Peter okoye, just like so many other celebrities has decided to try out his hands on other things. Genevieve Nnaji’s movie might be something you want to watch, as you wouldn’t want to miss the acting of someone who has made waves in the music industry. Isn’t it just like Banky W who... Read More

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Today’s Noisemakers: Banky W & Adesuwa Etomi are a couple; Beverly Naya defends herself and Don Jazzy sets his sights on Linda Ikeji [The Lovestruck edition]

Every day, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social matters, etc. Sometimes, they are even just downright ridiculous. We make it our job to take down the names of these noisemakers. Here’s our list from today: 1 Banky W... Read More

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Genevieve

The Film Blog: Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut is upon us

We thought Genevieve would only be starring in (and producing) her latest project, Lionheart, which she’s currently shooting in Enugu State. However, it turns out she’s got far more up her sleeve. Yes, that recently released shot from set has her listed as director of the film (working with prolific Director of Photography, Yinka Edward.)... Read More

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September 13, 2016

TIFF 2016: Nigerian designers shine in Toronto thanks to Nollywood stars

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2016 is still on and Nollywood stars have been dazzling in very memorable fashion ensembles since the festival kicked off. What we do notice is that the ladies have been rocking outfits strictly made by Nigerian designers. In our view, this year’s spotlight is not only on Nollywood but... Read More

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Genevieve

September 10, 2016

TIFF 2016: Genevieve Nnaji’s style will stun us

Star actress, Genevieve Nnaji is one of the Nollywood headliners at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). She arrived Toronto in a casual black dress and we totally cannot wait to see what she has in her wardrobe for the rest of the festival. In a throwback photo she shared on her Instagram two... Read More

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Genevieve

August 22, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: Nollywood actor reveals he once dated Genevieve Nnaji | Desmond Elliot surprises homeless lady with a roof over her head | Lebron James splurges on wife’s 30th birthday gift | More Stories

Here are some stories from the weekend and others that unraveled while you slept – and are now buzzing this morning in today’s Entertainment Roundup. Desmond Elliot surprises homeless lady with ‘a place to retire to after a days work’ Actor turned lawmaker, Desmond Elliot revealed how he surprised a homeless lady with a home According... Read More

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“Oluremi Tinubu should stop provoking people…” and more on The Slab with Isime‎ [LISTEN]

It’s another edition of The Slab with Isime. We have the usual suspects, Emeka Okonkwo, Adebayo Emuleomo, Chukwukere Okpani, Oreoluwa Peters and Tami Oshodi. Today, it’s all about the altercation between Senators Oluremi Tinubu and Dino Melaye; Genevieve Nnaji and her social media followers; and the ‘trouble’ within the Triple MG family. Take a listen below: https://soundcloud.com/the-slab-with-isime/the-slab-with-isime-episode-6

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Genevieve

‘Who France epp’… ‘Why not pray for Benue’ | Genevieve Nnaji bashed for #PrayForNice support

Nigerians have slammed Nollywood diva, Genevieve Nnaji for lending her support for the victims of the Bastille Day attack in Nice, France on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The actress had shared an Instagram post about the the attack where a multitude of people were ran over by a truck, which was reported to have contained... Read More

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These women were linked with D’banj before he found his bride

The internet recently went agog with rumours of pop star, D’banj getting married to a certain- Didi Kilgrow. Popular blogger, Stella Dimokokurkus reported on Sunday, July 3rd that the couple tied the knot at a secret wedding registry the previous day- same day the singer’s father celebrated his birthday. Although, D’banj and his team are... Read More

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#YNaijaTwitterInterview: How it felt to win ‘best actress’ award – Adesua Etomi

Dubbed the “Princess of the Silver Screen”, she is giving veteran Nollywood ‘divas’ a run for their money. Adesua Etomi has achieved what many have dreamed of; under 3 years since she made the decision to quit her job in the UK in a bid to return to Nigeria and make a name for herself... Read More

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Genevieve Nnaji, D’banj, other Nigerian celebrities pay tribute to Muhammad Ali

Several Nigerian celebrities have paid glowing tributes to the late Muhammad Ali who passed away today. From actress Genevieve Nnaji to singer, D’banj they have all flooded social media to extol the boxing legend. Thank for showing us how to use these words everyday "I can fly like a butterfly, I can sting like a bee" .. Muhammad... Read More

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