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First Cuty: First cut they
say is the deepest this is the theme of a new movie of the same title coming from the stable of platinum L. studios owned by actress and producer Lisa. Henry Omorodion.
The movie shot in choice locations in Lagos focuses on rape, love, conflict, family ties and fashion. It is the debut flick for Lisa Henry and directed by Prolifio Nollywood movie director Chico Ejro starring Joseph Benjamin, Monalisa Chinda, Bobby Obodo and Lisa herself amongst others.
Synopsis: the movie is about a young woman with a terrible secret and unanswered questions about that fateful night on her 18th birthday when she was physically and emotionally violated. She suspects non other than the man closest to her, but why would a father rape his daughter Akin Morgan is a man with means, but the rich also cry.
Depressed and traumatised, the touch of a man bring back memories of that horrifying night 15 years ago that KC desperately tries to forget fate however smiles on her and a chance meeting with Kunle Lewis (Joseph Benjamin) lands her a job with top fashion royalty, Meg Fernandez (Monalisa Chinda).
All seems well till she is drawn into a web of lies, power play and a love triangle between herself, Kunle her benefactor and Rex an old crush who resurfaced in her life. Events unfold and secrets about that terrible night unraveled, is KC ready to face her fears? Can she handle the truth and who will she trust among the men in her life? Can she ever find the elusive happiness she is ever in pursuit of?
All the answers are in the multi million naira movies that would soon hit the cinemas across the country. The movie was premiered recently at Eko Hotels and suites, Victoria Island Lagos and witnessed by top celebrities in the movie and fashion industry.
2) Ghetto Life: This is a must watch Nollywood movie in which star actress Ini Edo Ehiagwina shaved her hair for a role in the new movie. She plays the role of a Ghetto babe alongside Funke Akindele, who plays the character of Monica the fighter.
The actress has featured in some new movies with street life story line and she interprets her roles so well irrespective of her status. For Ini Edo, it is not just the glasmour of movie roles, but also where the real money is, which is why the award winning actress is said to have dumped the usual cinema movies for Asaba movies where she is making millions of naira on monthly basis.
As some of her colleague seem to have dumped Asaba movies to upgrade their career level, Ini Edo has chosen to blend the two which is definitely working for her as she is actually smiling to the bank.
3) The meeting: The meeting, an award winning movie produce by Rita Dominic and Mildred Okwo was released on DVD, the movie was released on 1st January 2014 nationwide and the fillers reaching us suggested that DVD vendors have been making risk business since its release as over 500 copies was sold within two weeks of release.
The meeting was nominated in 15 categories for five different awards platforms and so far the movie boasts of several awards from Nigeria Entertainment awards, Africa movie Academy Awards (AWAA), Nollywood Movie Awards (NMA), Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) and Elloy awards.
The movie tells the story of Lagos based corporate executive makinde Esho (Femi Jacobs) who goes to Abuja for a meeting with a government minister and find himself at the mercy of political patronage, bureaucratic red tape and his tender heart.
The movie stars Rita Dominic, Nse Ikpe Etim and Linda Ejiofor among others. It is another must watch film for movie buffs.
Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes becomes Nollywood’s highest-grossing film of 2025, earning ?1.77bn in under four weeks.
Multi-award-winning actress and producer Funke Akindele has done it again, and this time, the numbers speak louder than applause.
Her latest film, Behind The Scenes, has officially emerged as the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2025, pulling in an astonishing ?1.767 billion in less than four weeks.
The Tide Entertainment reports that Funke Akindele Makes Box Office History as Behind The Scenes Crosses ?1.77bn
Earlier in its release cycle, the film’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, revealed that Behind The Scenes smashed five opening-weekend records, including the highest single-day gross ever recorded on Boxing Day, with ?129.5 million in one day. That announcement already hinted that something unusual was unfolding.
Reacting to the milestone, FilmOne described the moment as both surreal and communal, crediting audience loyalty for pushing the film to the top spot once again as the number-one movie of the weekend. And that sentiment feels accurate. This wasn’t just ticket sales; it was momentum.
What makes this achievement even more striking is that Behind The Scenes is Funke Akindele’s third film to cross the ?1 billion mark. Before now, there was A Tribe Called Judah, and then Everybody Loves Jenifa, a film that didn’t just open big, but went on to become the highest-grossing Nollywood film of all time. At this point, it’s no longer a fluke. It’s a pattern.
Part of Behind The Scenes’ success lies in strategy. The film enjoyed advanced screenings on December 10 and 11, quietly building curiosity and conversation before its nationwide release on December 12. By the time it officially hit cinemas, audiences already felt like they needed to see it.
Then there’s the cast. The film brings together a lineup that feels deliberately stacked: Scarlet Gomez, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, Tobi Bakre, Uche Montana, and several others. Familiar faces, strong fan bases, and performances that kept word-of-mouth alive long after opening weekend.
Still, beyond timing and casting, there’s something else at work here. Funke Akindele understands Nigerian audiences. Their humour, their pacing, their emotional buttons. She doesn’t guess, she calculates, experiments, listens, and refines. That understanding has slowly turned into box-office dominance.
Behind The Scenes crossing ?1.77 billion isn’t just another headline; it’s confirmation. Funke Akindele has moved from being a successful actress to becoming one of the most reliable commercial forces Nollywood has ever produced. Three-billion-naira films don’t happen by luck. They happen when storytelling, business sense, and audience trust align.
And right now, that alignment seems firmly in her hands.
Popular Nigerian music stars, Adekunle Kosoko, widely known as Adekunle Gold, and his wife, Simi, have become parents again this time to twins.
The award-winning singer shared the joyful update on his Snapchat story on Wednesday, confirming the expansion of their family.
“Asked God for another child and he blessed me double,” she wrote.
While the couple has not yet disclosed the gender of the newborns, the announcement has sparked an outpouring of warm wishes from admirers, fellow celebrities, and industry colleagues.
Speculation had intensified in December when Simi posted a video on Instagram accompanied by the caption, “From my baby, for my babies.”
The clip showed her with a growing baby bump, fueling anticipation that another child was on the way.
Their latest blessings arrive just weeks after Simi highlighted a scene from Adekunle Gold’s newly released music video, “My Love is the Same,” further stirring excitement among fans.
The Tide Entertainment reports that Adekunle Gold and Simi who tied the knot in 2019 after a long history of friendship and musical synergy remain one of Nigeria’s most admired entertainment power couples. Both artistes were once signed to X3M Music before soaring into mainstream acclaim.
The pair welcomed their first child, Adejare Kosoko, fondly called Deja, in May 2020.
After closing out 2025 with the release of “Praise the Lord” featuring Magnito, Jesse Flames enters the new year with renewed clarity and purpose, continuing to build a body of work rooted in intention rather than noise. In a moment where Afrobeats is moving faster and louder than ever, his approach remains measured and deliberate, prioritizing meaning, craft, and longevity over momentary attention. The official music video arrives January 10.
Following the momentum of his breakout single “FLEX,” “Praise the Lord” represents a shift from celebration to grounding. Reflective and soulful, the record centers gratitude, growth, and perspective, capturing a quieter confidence that resonates beyond a single moment.
“This song is about recognizing the full picture,” Jesse shares. “The work people see and the work they don’t. The lessons, the setbacks, the growth.”
The collaboration with Magnito, a respected voice in Nigerian hip hop known for his sharp lyricism and cultural authenticity, adds depth and weight to the record, reinforcing its themes of resilience, faith, and self reflection.
Released in December at the height of Detty December, “Praise the Lord” became a natural soundtrack for both celebration and reflection as the year came to a close. With the video arriving in January, the record takes on new meaning, opening the year as a tone setter rather than a reset.
Born in the United States, raised in Festac, Lagos, and now based in London, Jesse Flames brings a global perspective to his sound, blending Afrobeats, hip hop, and melodic soul into something sleek and intentional. His music reflects lived experience and cultural nuance rather than trend chasing.
The Tide Entertainment reports that with over 11 million streams, performances at O2 Brixton Academy and OVO Arena Wembley, and coverage from The Guardian and Business Post Nigeria, Jesse’s rise has been steady and self made. Looking ahead to 2026 and 2027, he is preparing for collaborations with Ice Prince, M.I Abaga, and Smurlee.
“Praise the Lord” ft. Magnito is available now on all streaming platforms.
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