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‘The Number One Fan’ Makes Waves In Cinema

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It is another good news for
movie buffs across the country as Nollywood, Nigeria’s movie industry and the third  largest movie clan in the world has churned  out new movies  currently making waves in cinemas across the country. One of the latest movies is “the Number One Fan”.
The Number One Fan is Juliet Ibrahim’s first production and she plays the role of a famous actress, Lala Gam Hammond who has touched many lives from a director (Prince David Osie) who wins awards each time she features her in his films to a photographer who ensures  she looks flawless on magazine covers to a fashion designer who ensures she looks stunning in her designs.
The film opens at a point when Lala has gotten bored with her acting career after a string of multiple awards. The film is set in an affluent neigbourhood in which Lala and her husband John  (Yemi Blag) reside  John is a geologist who is in a world of trouble after losing $480,000 belonging to a local mafia boss, Mr. Jack (Kopi Adjorlolo) when he fails to find gold at any of his mining projects. But that is just one in a series of intriguing subplots.
The Number One Fan also features Julia Ibrahim’s sister, Sonia Ibrahim  who plays the role of a character called Wendy, a local kid with British  accent who has mysteriously  developed affection for Lala. She moves into the same affluent neigbourhood and begins stalk Lala. That is the subplot of the film which concerns the world of entertainers and public figures and the people who stalk them. The main plot is really a whod unit.
The Number  One Fan centres on several characters in the tightly knit  affluent  neigbourhood, one of the those neigbourhood so insular that everyone suspects that the killer had to be some one they knew. Residents are gripped by paranoid  fears and the affluent residents keep looking over their  shoulders for a suspects. Any one standing out from the crowd among neighbourhood becomes a prime suspect, including all of the Lala’s employees and her husband.
Director  Moses Inwang brings  to life the fears, guilt and lusts of its characters with screen play by Patrick Ikechuchukwu and story by Juliet Ibrahim. We get to know the characters, their friends and neigbours and watch them change as the fear creeps into the neigbourhood. It is a must watch movie.
Another movie of interest is ONE NIGHT in VEGAS. It stars Jimmy Jenn-Louis, Sarodj Bertin, John Dumelo etc.
Synopsis: James and Jenny an estrainged couple must go all the way  to Vegas to rekindle a lost sparkle in their relationship only to find out that what happens in Vegas  does not always stay in Vegas.
It is a thrilling and exciting drama for movie  buffs to  watch.

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Uche Ogbodo Shares Reason Bambam’s Marriage Ended

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Uche Ogbodo defended her colleague, Bambam, amid allegations that she left her marriage after going under the knife.
The Tide Entertainment reports that  the mother of three stated that no woman would leave a man because of a body makeover.
The actress also shared what she believes might have gone wrong in the marriage that led to its end, and sent a message to men.
Nollywood actress Uche Ogbodo has shared her thoughts on reality show star Bambam, whose real name is Oluwabamike Olawunmi, amid her alleged marriage crisis.The former Big Brother housemate was recently seen dancing and enjoying herself at a party, sparking rumours about her marriage.

Critics claimed that her body makeover was one of the reasons she allegedly left the marriage and noted that she was still out in public with the video of her club outing.

Reacting to the allegations,  Ogbodo came to Bambam’s defence. She stated that no woman would leave her marriage simply because she went under the knife. According to her, it is the man who drives a woman to leave.

The mother of three further explained that no woman willingly leaves a marriage she has invested in over many years. If a woman does leave, it is the man’s fault, possibly due to abuse that she chooses not to disclose publicly.

She added that a man must have shown the woman disrespect or failed to nurture the marriage.

Ogbodo emphasised that if a man refuses to love, protect, and give peace to his wife, the responsibility for the breakdown rests entirely with him.

It would be recalled that Uche Ogbodo also recently underwent cosmetic surgery and shared videos with her fans online,

The actress had remained on the lips of many Nigerians following her role in the trending movie Love in Every Word.

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Kate Henshaw Speaks Against ‘Gate Crashing’ 

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Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed her distaste for individuals who attend events without being invited. The actress in an Instagram video, spoke about the importance of self respect and being considerate.

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed her distaste for individuals who attend events without being invited. The actress in an Instagram video, spoke about the importance of self respect and being considerate.

The Tide Entertainment reports that she questioned the popular act of ‘gate crashing’, regarding it as a rude and disrespectful behaviour. Henshaw also urged Nigerians to refrain from attending gatherings where they are not invited.Nigerian Politics Analysis

”I want to talk about something rampant, has been rampant, and is still rampant. I just want to ask those of you who show up uninvited at events and parties, what’s your purpose? What do you aim to achieve? Then, those of you who receive a card that admits only one person and invite all your village people, don’t check with the host; you pack your people and come. What are you doing there? Why don’t you respect yourself and stay away? It’s rude, you’re a gate crasher. Respect yourself enough to stay away from places you aren’t invited to,” she said.

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Oscars Set 2027 And 2028 Dates Ahead Of 100th Edition In 2028

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled dates for both the 99th Academy Awards and its landmark 100th ceremony. The back-to-back events, set for 2027 and 2028, will mark the final years of the Oscars airing on longtime broadcast partner ABC before a major shift to YouTube.

The 99th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 14, 2027, followed by the historic 100th edition on Sunday, March 5, 2028. Both ceremonies will broadcast live at 7 p.m. ET from the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood and reach audiences in over 200 territories worldwide. Looking ahead, the Academy has also confirmed a venue change, with the ceremony set to move to the Peacock Theater beginning in 2029, where it will remain through 2039.

The Tide Entertainment reports that the announcement comes amid a shifting broadcast landscape. ABC is gearing up for a packed 2027 schedule, including its debut as the home of the Grammy Awards and its first Super Bowl broadcast in over two decades. Meanwhile, this year’s Oscars telecast saw a dip in viewership, drawing 17.86 million viewers across ABC and Hulu, a 9% decline from the previous year’s five-year high.

Still, excitement around the awards remains strong. The most recent ceremony crowned Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” as Best Picture, while early buzz for the upcoming season is already building. Anticipated contenders include the Ryan Gosling-led “Project Hail Mary,” Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Three” starring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya, and Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s “Digger” featuring Tom Cruise.

No hosts have been announced yet for either ceremony, adding another layer of anticipation to the milestone events.

In addition to confirming the ceremony dates, the Academy also released its full calendar for the 2026–2027 awards season, outlining key milestones from the eligibility period beginning January 1, 2026, to nominations voting in January 2027, and final voting in early March.

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