The African Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2023 recognized the extraordinary talent of Maryam Ndukwe and Hakeem Effects Onilogbo, who emerged as the winners of the Best Make-Up award in the Movie/TV Series category for their exceptional work on “Shanty Town.” This well-deserved accolade celebrates Ndukwe and Onilogbo’s remarkable contribution to the world of make-up... Read More

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April 17, 2023

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AMVCA 2023 full list of nominees revealed, with Brotherhood and Anikulapo nominated for Best Movie

The organizers of the African Magic Viewers’ Choice Award (AMVCA) have revealed the nominees for the 2023 edition of the event. On Sunday, the announcement was made on African Magic networks by the amazing duo Bisola Aiyeola and Adjetey Anang, alongside young actors Jasmine Olarotimi and Nifemi Lawal from the Africa Magic original series. With... Read More

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January 26, 2023

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I didn’t brush or bathe for days – Chidi Mokeme on filming Shanty Town

The Nigerian actor Chidi Mokeme has discussed how he was able to interpret his character in the six-part television series “Shanty Town.” The show chronicles a gang of prostitutes’ struggle to break away from the influence of a notorious kingpin, despite the fact that they quickly discover that doing so will be exceedingly difficult due... Read More

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January 23, 2023

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Chidi Mokeme reveals how facial paralysis forced him to take sabbatical from film industry

Actor Chidi Mokeme of Nollywood has said that he took time off to recover from Bell’s palsy, which he says is the reason for his extended absence from the industry. The actor discussed his time away from performing for treatment in an interview with Channels TV. Medically speaking, Bell’s palsy is a condition that causes... Read More

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January 21, 2023

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Nancy Isime comments on nude scene in Netflix’s ‘Shanty Town’

The Nollywood actress Nancy Isime has commented on a controversial scene in the recently released Netflix series “Shanty Town.” ‘Shanty Town’ premiered on Netflix on Friday. The movie is about a gang of courtesans (prostitutes) who want independence from a notorious kingpin. However, they quickly understand that this will be exceedingly difficult due to political corruption... Read More

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May 15, 2021

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This week in Nollywood: Aki na Ukwa remake, Indian remake of Elevator Baby and more

This is Nollywood’s second year in the devastating coronavirus pandemic, and although things aren’t as bleak as they once were, there’s no denying that it has changed the landscape. We are still monitoring Netflix’s footprint in the industry. Last month saw lots of Nollywood titles acquired by the streamer, from Ojukokoro, God Calling, Oloibiri to... Read More

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