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For decades, Nollywood has given us tales of love, betrayal, resilience, and family drama. But amid all the entertainment, some storylines carried deeply ingrained misogynistic tropes. Nollywood has been the mirror reflecting our society’s ideals, struggles, and biases. As we reflect on the strides Nollywood has made, let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit these problematic narratives that …

An Australian woman, Angie Jones, has recalled what her ex-husband allegedly said when she was pregnant with their first child.   According to her, he gave a subtle warning not to add weight after childbirth.    “I remember my ex warning me, when I was pregnant with our first, “I hope you aren’t one of those women who lets herself …

It’s Nollywood season, and I bet you can’t keep up with the plethora of “star-studded” movies coming out every other day.  Now picture this, a new movie drops, and the poster is packed with the biggest names in the industry. Your favourite A-listers are all lined up, and you think to yourself, “This has to be good!” But then you …

Movies and dreams are both forms of storytelling, one shaped by filmmakers and the other by your subconscious mind. Both can transport us to places we’ve never been, make us feel emotions we didn’t know we had, and leave us questioning reality. Have you ever watched a movie so intense, moving, or downright terrifying that it later creeps into your …

The internet loves drama, but beneath the noise is a valid conversation: should married actors shield their partners from potential discomfort, or is it unfair to impose those limits on their careers? The entertainment industry has always been a hotbed for conversations around boundaries, relationships, and professional choices. But when you throw marriage into the mix, it becomes even juicier. …

If Nollywood had a Hall of Fame, Funke Akindele’s name would be in neon lights. This multi-talented actress, producer, and director is a force to be reckoned with in the Nigerian entertainment industry. From her humble beginnings to dominating screens with her hit films and series, Funke has proven that she’s not just a star; she’s a galaxy.  Akindele came …

Our film industry has come a long way, breaking barriers and gaining global recognition. But damn, some tropes have overstayed their welcome.  Nollywood should and can definitely do better. Some stereotypes are no longer working. You know the ones with the ever-suffering wife whose sole purpose is to endure, or the “village boy goes to the city and suddenly becomes …

We’re throwing it back to the 1990s and 2000s, exploring these iconic Nollywood on-screen pairs and some of their works. The ’90s and 2000s were a golden era for Nollywood when VCDs ruled the streets and living room TVs were everyone’s cinemas. It was a time when films were raw, relatable, and often packed with melodrama that we couldn’t get …

Now that we’re certain our relationship with Netflix is very much intact, let’s look at some Netflix Originals produced in Nigeria.  About that Netflix rumour that almost gave us a collective heart attack; well it’s been debunked. They’re staying put and still serving us with Nigerian stories we can stream. Since we’ve got Netflix on lock (phew!), let’s dive into …

Before streaming platforms and binge-worthy web series, there were the golden days of Nigerian soap operas. Ah, the good ol’ days of Nigerian soap operas—when the internet wasn’t a thing (or at least not a thing for most of us), and your nightly entertainment depended on NTA, AIT, or STV.  Back then, soap operas weren’t just TV shows; they were …