STARS RAIN DOWN AT MO ABUDU'S "THE ROYAL HIBISCUS HOTEL PREMIERE"

Mo Abudu

Aliko Dangote, Mo Abudu & Femi Otedola

DJ Cuppy

Toni Tones

Lead actor- Zainab Balogun

Toyin Lawani

The venue of this particular premiere in the series of films/movies by Mo Abudu was the "Civic Centre Victoria Island Lagos, not the VinveConve Centre of Eko Hotel, where her last film premiered. This wasn't a massive budget film like the "The Wedding Party 2-Destination Dubai, her best bestseller up till date which is still breaking records all over town. But this had a sizeable budget too!

Mo is gradually turning out to be the lady with the Midas touch, who seem to just know how to pick a blockbuster, all films picked or endorsed by her have become big money spinners and record breaker, maybe this one also that has the beautifully refined actress, Zainab Balogun as the lead character, supported by the consumate acting skills of award winning veterans likes of Jide Kosoko, Rachel Oniga and other good actors would most likely tread the same awesome path as a money spinner, like others.

If the premiere is a signpost of what's to come, then the "The Royal Hibiscus Hotel" seem to have landed very well, like a private jet, or on First Class in steroid driven mode with super people in its belly. Imagine the likes of Alhaji Aliko Dangote and Femi Otedola, 2 of Nigeria's richest people, one the certified "Richest in Africa'', the other one, one of the top 10 richest in Nigeria. And supported by many other A-listers.

Truly and truly, the stars rained, poured down in torrents, like an unstoppable avalanche at the venue and added colour to the beautiful event.

Long before this premiere, the titbits and snippet shown had already conditioned many movie watchers or cinema goers that it's one movie they must go to watch. Those who attended this premiere were not disappointed at all by what they saw. Good story, great acting, great actors, great production, all the elements were intact and the fans would most definitely go out in torrents to go watch. What this actually means is that, Mo Abudu would at least have 2 films that would contest for many categories of awards this year, the only snag in their wheel of progress is sure to be the fantastic production by Omoni Oboli, called "Women on Strike- the revolution", a movie that was excellent from the start to the end.

Back to the Royal Hibiscus Hotel'' premiere, the theme apparently was "Valentine Red" and many adhered strictly to the theme or colour code, while many didn't and maybe gave their own interpretations of the day's colour code. Omawumi looked gorgeous in black sequin dress and pant, her red was sandals and pumpkin slice bag, Waje looked scrumptiously fetching in her black pant and top ensemble with a touch of red being her bag, the weight loss has done her excellently. Dakore Akande, Toyin Abraham, Zainab Balogun for us were three of the "best dressed/most stylish at the premiere though, another very stylish person at the premiere was Ozinna Anumudu who didn't wear red. Zina is the gorgeous daughter of Nkiru Anumudu, whose lovely cherry fascinator, was a sight to behold, her collection have always stood out and this one is likely to be another top International brand.

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OUT & ABOUT AT THE PREMIERE OF 18 CARAT MAMA IN LONDON

RITA NZELU-OKORO & THEODORA IBEKWE-OYEBADE

VICTORIA INYAMA

The best of the UK Nollywood scene all converged at the premiere of the 18 Carat Mama very recently. 18 Carat Mama is a feature film by Helen Gold and it is a comedy drama, the film aims to sensitize the general public on the need to be health conscious, especially as it concerns the early detection & prevention of Cervical Cancer through doing the smear test. 


So on the night of Friday, May 2, 2014  at the Odeon, the creme of the UK Nollywood society gathered for the premiere. Some of those we caught sight of were the likes of Victoria Inyama, Theodora Ibekwe-Oyebade, Toyin Moore, Rita Nzelu-Okoro, Lanre Balogun, Dr. & Mrs. Ayo Coker, Sam Anwuzia and so many more. 

It was a night of glee, pomp and panache, as all those who attended were dressed to the nines. We have a few of the pictures of what went down for your viewing pleasure. Pictures were courtesy www.syncphotosonline.com

Check them out!!!! 

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PREMIERE OF KNOCKING ON HEAVENS DOOR

 The movie 'Knocking On Heaven's Door' premiered to much fanfare on Good Friday in Lagos at the Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island.  The glitterati came out to support the movie which critics have been raving about as one of the best movies to be produced by Emem Isong so far.

 

Also co-producing was Ini Edo-Ehiagwina who also starred in the movie, as well as fellow actors Majid Michel, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Adesuwa Etomi and many more. To me this was a breakout role for the cool gentleman known as Blossom Chukwujekwu. His portrayal as Moses the emotionally damaged husband to Debbie (played by Adesua Etomi) was both chilling & brilliant. 

Beautifully acted. 

 

The very gorgeous Adesua Etomi was a breath of fresh air; fragile, sweet, and with the voice of an angel, she has raised the bar for newbies entering the industry. As for Majid…He makes you fall in love with love again. 

 

Ini Edo was also brilliant in the movie, acting a role that only Ini could have pulled off! Brilliant! 

 

Directing was by Desmond Elliot, who has proven critics & naysayers wrong by refusing to listen to their ramblings and just concentrate on getting better & better. 

 

The movie was executive produced by Achievas Entertainment and continues to screen in cinemas nationwide. 

 

Check out some red carpet photos.

 

Source: Bola Aduwo of Dreamflite P.R Services

Photos by Sola of Debbin Photos. 

 

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OUT & ABOUT AT THE LAGOS PREMIERE OF ''FINDING MERCY'' BY DESMOND ELLIOT

VENITA AKPOFURE

UTI NWACHUKWU & UCHE

 We totally forgot to do this since, but it is better late than never ever at all. The premiere of Desmond Elliot's new film '' Finding Mercy'' held in Lagos sometime in November of 2013. The film a highly anticipated one had debuted at the AFRIFF FILM FESTIVAL in Calabar to a loud ovation.

The Lagos premiere had the likes of Rita Dominic, Dabota Lawson, Chioma Chukwuka, Biola Williams, Uti Nwachukwu, Tamara Eteimo & others in attendance.

Film was produced & Directed by ace actor, producer, director Desmond Elliot. 

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OUT AND ABOUT AT THE SHUGA PREMIERE IN LAGOS

TJ & TIWA

The premiere of the 3rd series of SHUGA the award winning series held in Lagos last week at the Silverbird Galleria on Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos. This 3rd series is directed by the very gifted Biyi Bandele and has a largely Nigerian cast, many of  who prior to this experience, had never acted before. 


This 3rd series of #Shuga is a Nigerian-based sex and relationship drama that is planned to reach the largest audience ever yet in the history of the drama series. The drama was first aired in 2009 on MTV Base as part of the initiative of MTV Staying Alive Ignite. The main aim of this initiative is to have a multimedia campaign that would help spread the message about responsible sexual behavior and tolerance, especially now in the days of the spread of HIV/AIDS.

Series 1 and 2 were filmed in Kenya and used to air weekly on MTV Base and one of the now more famous cast that featured in the past season is the incredibly talented Lupita Nyong'O.

The invite only event was attended by the cast Tiwa Savage who came to the event with her fiance TJ Billz, other cast members at the event were Maria Okanrende, Okezie Morro, Chris Attoh, Dorcas Shola Fapson, Timini Egbuson, Leonora Okine, Ikubese Emmanuel Ifeanyichukwu, Nick Mutuma, Sharon Ezaamaka, Kachi Nnochiri, Olumide Oworu, Owumi Ugbeye and very many others.

We also saw the likes of Encomium's publisher Mr Kunle Bakare, Iyanya, Sound Sultan, Tee A, Lolo,  iLLbliss, Lola Okojevoh and others.

The event's MC was none other than MTV vj Ehis Okoeguale.

We were shown about 4 of the episodes of the series. And truth be told it is one of the best productions we have ever come across coming out of Nigeria. The cast and production crew headed by Biyi Bandele must be commended for a very good job well done. The production fused sexual health messaging with gripping storylines. The idea to raise awareness among young people about HIV prevention  and reproductive health in Nigeria was very obvious and the message was loud. 

We are too sure that this series would be a winner by many miles. The producers are estimating a viewing audience of about 550 million around the world. 

For more info on #Shuga, please go to www.Shuga.TV, you can follow Shuga on Twitter @MTVShuga using the hashtag #ShugaNaija. 

To view episode 1 of Shuga series 3 & promos for episodes 1 and 2 please go to http://vimeo.com/album/2620058, using the password Shuga3!


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RED CARPET PAPS AT THE BAGGAGE CLAIM MOVIE PREMIERE

MRS THICKE- PAULA PATTON

CHRISTINA MILIAN

JILL SCOTT

 Last night, Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at the premiere house at Regal Cinema, LA, USA was the world premiere of Baggage Claim, a new movie starring the delectable Paula Patton, the very gorgeous actress wife of crooner Robin Thicke.

The handsome bloke was on hand at the premiere to support his wife. Also at the premiere were the likes of former Destiny's Child member Michelle Williams, sexy crooner Trey Songz one of the film cast who came to the premiere with his Grand-ma, also there were the likes of of Taye Diggs, Boris Kodjoe, Garcelle Beauvais, Jill Scott, Christina Milian & a host of many other stars & cast members. 

The new movie stars the likes of Paula Patton, Jill Scott, Trey Songz, Adam Brody, Tia Mowry, Djimon Hounsou, La La Anthony, Derek Luke, Boris Kodjoe, Terence J, Octavia Spencer & Taye Diggs. It is an American Romantic Comedy that is set for release tomorrow, Friday, September 27, 2013.

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HALF OF A YELLOW SUN WORLD PREMIERE YESTERDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER 2013 TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

Half of a Yellow Sun, the highly-anticipated film, had its world premiere at the 38^th annual Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) yesterday, Sunday 8^th September 2013, at the Winter Garden Theatre, Toronto, Canada.

Half of a Yellow Sun’s premiere at the prestigious TIFF, is a particularly momentous occasion for Nigeria's booming film industry. Yesterday's event is the first ever red-carpet screening of a Nigerian film at a leading international film festival, and is a befitting debut for the sensational, one-of-a-kind, iconic production.

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CHIOMA CHUKWUKA-AKPOTHA'S PREMIERE OF ''ON BENDED KNEES'' HER 1ST MOVIE PRODUCTION

 

CHIOMA CHUKWUKA-AKPOTHA

INI EDO

RITA DOMINIC

BELINDA EFFAH

A glorious season we dare say for the actress. After the unpalatable experience she had on the plane coming back from Yenogoa, Bayelsa to Lagos to the premiere of her new flick, ''On Bended Knees'' that was roundly applauded by all. In fact, the new flick is her first movie production. 

It was an evening of glitz, thanks, applause and tears as Nollywood's 'good girl' Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha premiered her very first movie, 'On Bended Knees' at the Silverbird Cinemas, Ikeja. The movie (which was produced in conjunction with Emem Isong) starred Chioma Chkwuka-Akpotha, fast rising actor Seun Akindele, Sylvia Oluchi, Francis Onwochie, Memry Savanhu. It was directed by Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen and written & Asst. produced by Uduak Oguamanam.  The premiere was well-attended by celebrities from far and wide. Celebs like Ini Edo-Ehiagwina, Majid Michel, Desmond Elliot, Emem Isong, Rita Dominic, Kate Henshaw, Lancelot Imasuen, Uduak Oguamanam, O.C. Ukeje etc were all on hand to show support to Chioma. The movie  screens nationwide as from the 10th of May 2013. Make sure you go watch it!

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WEEKEND GETAWAY BY INI EDO PREMIERED

Congratulations to one of Nigeria's most hardworking actresses, in the person of Ini Edo. On the occasion of the premiere of her new film production titled- Weekend Getaway. We weren't around to see the new film at the premiere, but we heard that the turn out was great and that the film was a good one and that it was very well produced. That's another gong up the sleeve of the gorgeous actress.

We would just want to commend her and wish her the best in her future endeavours, we believe there's still more great things to come from her. However, we would love to confirm from the hardworking actress and now film producer, the truth about the rumour in town that the new production that was shot in its entirety in her home state Akwa Ibom, cost her a whooping 60 Million Naira. And also, if it is true that a certain State Government gave the full financial support.

If it is true, it must mean that certain State Government(s) are really doing their best in support of industry, which is a good sign.  

Thanks, as we hear the truth.

UCHE JOMBO RODRIGUEZ'S PREMIERE OF MY LIFE,MY DAMAGE. THE OUT & ABOUT

MR & MRS RODRIGUEZ- KENNEY & UCHE

UCHE JOMBO-RODRIGUEZ

 Date was Friday, March 1, 2013. Venue was the Ozone Cinemas, Yaba, Lagos. The event was the premiere of top thespian and now movie producer, Uche Jombo-Rodriguez's movie. The film in question is the 2nd movie in the 'Damage' trilogy, ONE MORE UPCOMING TO END IT ALL. The first movie featured Kalu Ikeagwu and Uche Jombo, while the 2nd one which was premiered last Friday, titled My life, My Damage has, as the main act the incredibly talented Tonto Dikeh, no matter what anyone says, she acted the role perfectly well. 

Why Yaba was chosen as the venue of the premiere we don't really know, but many of Uche's friends and colleagues came out enmasse to celebrate with her. Some of those we saw were Rita Dominic, who wore a brown outfit looking as gorgeous as always, Tonto Dikeh, who wore a very beautiful white outfit looking virginal, Stephanie Linus also wore a white dress, marriage seem to suit her fine, Sexy Steel was in the house, ex-MBGN 2007, Munachi Abii wore a summery flowery outfit, Oge Okoye was the sex bomb of the evening in her black sheer outfit, the lady of the day Uche Jombo-Rodriguez who came in with her husband Kenney Rodriguez in tow, was the epitome of wholesome gorgeousness in her black shimmering full length outfit, we totally loved the outfit. The very handsome Kenney was the cynosure of all eyes, as many were meeting or seeing him for the first time. It was obvious in his eyes that he was very proud of his wife and is madly in love with her. 

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HALIMA ABUBAKAR GEARS UP FOR THE PREMIERE OF THE MISTRESS

HALIMA ABUBAKAR

YVONNE NELSON

EX-MBGN 2011-SYLVIA NDUKA

Nollywood star and UN Ambassador is gearing up for the premiere of her new movie titled -The Mistresses. The film which stars Halima Abubakar,  Ghanaian bombshell Yvonne Nelson, Nigerian rising star Moyo Lawal, Bobby 'the hunk' Michael, Mary Uranta and introducing ex-Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 201, Sylvia Nduka is one of the most anticipated in Nigeria in a while now. 

Apart from the fact that Halima Abubakar is starring in the movie, she is also the executive producer and the CEO of the production company (ModeHouse Films) bringing out the film. 

BOBBY MICHEALS

The venue of the premiere is the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Time is from 2PM & Date is Sunday, February 24, 2013.  

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ALL THE BUZZ ABOUT TURNING POINT

New Behind-the-Scenes Webisodes for Nollywood/Hollywood Film Turning Point: Serious Set Time in ‘First Friday’ and Girly Fun in ‘Very Stacey’

CAST MEMBER

Fresh off a publicity tour in Lagos, Nigeria which saw the Turning Point team visit TV and radio stations and hold a press conference with the Nigerian media last Friday, HekCentrik Films welcomes the new month with two new behind-the-scenes webisodes of Turning Point by London-based Nigerian filmmaker Niyi Towolawi.

In the run up to the Africa premieres, and following the success of the world premiere attended by leading cast from Hollywood and Nollywood at London IndigO2, the 10-part behind-the-scenes webisodes aim to document the cast and crew’s relentless work across two continents – America and Africa – to bring to life this exciting Hollywood/Nollywood co-production. 

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