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Esther Kalu

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STORIES BY Esther Kalu

With an expansive plot and cast, Blood Sisters 2 promises more suspense and drama as expectation grows for its anticipated return in June.

“Blood Sisters 2” Teases Prison Rivalry Between Kemi and Sarah

After four years, hit Nigerian crime thriller Blood Sisters returns with a second season set for a June 5 debut on Netflix.

BY Esther Kalu

“Scary Movie 6” Set for June Release

26 years after its first instalment, Scary Movie is set to return with a sixth instalment on June 5.

BY Esther Kalu

Blessing Bulus’s directorial debut Ti Mazi explores the Nok Art as a tool for reconnection with her ancestral history while spotlighting past memories of her late father.

Blessing Bulus Speaks on “Mi Tazi’s” Global Recognition at DIFF 2026

In a brief interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), Nigerian Filmmaker Blessing Bulus comments on the official selection of her directorial debut documentary Mi Tazi at the 2026 Durban International Film Festival.

BY Esther Kalu

Remi & Nneoma is a Nigerian adaptation of Ruth and Naomi’s biblical story but set in Ikwerre, Nigeria. The story explores the depth of grief, love, commitment and choosing family.

Five2 Media Drops “Remi & Nneoma” Trailer Ahead of Cinema Release

The official trailer of Remi & Nneoma starring Liz Benson and Bisola Aiyeola has dropped. It follows a Nollywood adaptation of the biblical story of Ruth and Naomi.

BY Esther Kalu

Efunronye: The Unicorn documents the life of Efunroye Tinubu, a female Yoruba merchant and slave trader, also known for her political and economic influence in Lagos during the precolonial and colonial Nigeria.

“Efunroye: The Unicorn” Revisits a Historical Story That Haunts And Taunts

Efunroye: The Unicorn as a historical epic documents the story of Efunroye, a powerful political leader and slave trader but fails to convince viewers about her heroism.

BY Esther Kalu

With Boys Don’t Sing Debola Ogunshina narrates the story of two elderly lead male characters to explore their loneliness and friendship. Ogunshina’s story attempts to contribute to Nollywood’s few stories that focus on elderly characters, particularly men.

Debola Ogunshina Explores Loneliness and Aging in “Boys Don’t Sing”

In a brief interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), Debola ‘Santa’ Ogunshina, Nigerian director behind Boys Don’t Sing opens up about his upcoming film and themes explored.

BY Esther Kalu

As a filmmaker, Dele Doherty is drawn to stories that function as metaphors for reality. On the surface, his stories may appear completely different from the world we live in, but underneath, they are reflections of everyday experiences, fears, and desires.

Dele Doherty Calls for Greater Focus on African Sci-Fi and Speculative Storytelling

In a brief interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), Dele Doherty, Nigerian director who recently released his sci-fi short Clairvoyant Dorcas, talks about the place of Sci-Fi in African storytelling.

BY Esther Kalu

Ada follows the titular character Ada, who returns home to find her earbuds. This spirals into a series of family revelations and gaslighting moments that force her to choose herself.

Eunice Sammy Explores Firstborn Daughter Pressures in “Ada”

In a brief interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), Nigerian director behind Ada discusses her short film and the ever-growing plot around sacrifices firstborn children make for families.

BY Esther Kalu

The upcoming Kaduna International Film Festival will recognise works and performances in competition for Best Production Design, Director, Best Actor, amongst others.

Kaduna International Film Festival Unveils 9th Edition Selections

The Kaduna International Film Festival has rolled out its official film selections and nominations ahead of 9th edition.

BY Esther Kalu

Mayowa Daramola’s portfolio as a Nigerian Producer and Actor boasts acting credits in Halima (2022) and The Funeral (2022) and production credits in Baby Farm, Closure is for Wigs, Stitches and Dust to Dreams.

Mayowa Daramola Speaks on “Love is Sweeter Where the Grid Works” Stage Production

Love is Sweeter Where The Grid Works, another stage play by Mayowa Daramola draws on love as an integral tool to addressing Nigeria’s national issues.

BY Esther Kalu

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