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🟢⚡SPECIAL: From Box Office Blockbusters to Digital titles available on demand, high-profile Nollywood producers have cooked and are ready to contend for your attention, data, and hard-earned money! https://lnkd.in/dY6Phze7 >> Tap the link to see the cast, plot, and trailer directory of each title ready to entertain you this December—Gbe body e!

🟢⚡ In 2024, African Animation Continues To Soar! Nigeria projects leads the charge in the continent's booming animation scene! "Hadu", directed by Damilola Solesi, garners global acclaim & prestigious awards, cementing Nigeria's reputation. This breakthrough film: Paves the way for diverse African perspectives Inspires young creators & audiences through representation Marks a milestone for Afro-contemporary storytelling Swipe To Read 7 exclusive behind-the-scenes facts!

".....Going bald for the role was a significant and symbolic transformation. It wasn’t just a physical change but a profound shedding of my own identity to fully inhabit her world. This act of going bald represented the character’s willingness to strip away any remnants of vulnerability or humanity, embracing her dark powers and the persona that came with them. It was a visual and emotional commitment to ’embrace the darkness within says Nigerian Actress Scarlett Gomez in her role for inside life series See more featured actress reveals here: https://lnkd.in/dk4HmJbN

🟢⚡EXCLU: Osamede, an epic film set in the ancient Benin Kingdom, directed by renowned filmmaker James Omokwe and produced by esteemed executive producer Lilian Olubi, is set to transport audiences to a world of power struggles, ancient traditions and the supernatural. Be the first to read about the details here: https://lnkd.in/d3YEfdt4

Nigerian Cinema Space Set for Transformation With AY’s Co-Distribution Shift

🟢⚡️Industry Intel: With Original Hit shows, Nollywood actresses Sola Sobowale and Funke Akindele in 2024 have emerged as the leading ladies of Nigeria’s thriving entertainment industry, according to a recent analysis of viewing streaming habits in the country . . The two A-list actresses are indeed Nollywood screen Queens as seen in the date of the rankings published by @shockng Newsroom . . Funke Akindele’s series “She Must Be Obeyed” topped the charts as the most-watched prime video show in Nigeria. Whilst, Sola Sobowale feature in multiple lead roles in highly-rated titles on Netflix . . Our talent intelligence attributes their success to the mastery of their craft, specificity of project types, and sustained mass market appeal, setting the stage for what an emerging leading actress can accomplish . . This ranking chart also highlights the growing influence of Nigerian entertainment on a global scale, with streaming platforms playing a significant role in promoting African talent to a wider audience . . Comment below which of the above-ranked titles have you seen and which are your favourites . . 💚Follow @shockng for more talent intelligence and industry insights you won’t find anywhere else . . #solasobowale #funkeakindele #netflixnaija #primevideonaija #anikulaporiseofthespectre #postcardseries #streamwars

🟢⚡ Industry Update: Throughout January to June 2024, the Nigerian film industry has been swept into a tumultuous era of streaming chaos . . From "A Tribe Called Judah" to "Ch3mistry," our latest report delves into the repercussions of this turmoil, affecting local titles' performance, cultural influence, and consumer alignment . . Join the conversation on this unfolding industry development. Read, share, and comment below. . . 💚 Follow @shockng for insights into key creators and players in the African film and TV industry #Streamwars #Nollywood #nigerianfilm #Producers #filmmakers #filmbusiness

🟢⚡️Stream Wars: Consumers watched 183 billion hours of Netflix in all of 2023. This is according to the just-released Netflix "What We Watched metrics report" . . We dive deep into the Netflix data drop to measure how African titles contributed to these metrics and what key insights stakeholders in the African film industry can hold on to . . Swipe now to see full rankings, title metrics and key insights you won’t find anywhere else . . Comedy, love, action, drama – There is more than one size fits all avenue for successful African titles. This collated data shows that African filmmakers have agency over their storytelling and the global audience rewards good filmmaking without locale bias . . From our analysis, it is confirmed that Netflix Exec’s experimentation with adaptation is yielding results. The Adaptation content slate has landed not only one but 3 major hits before 2023 wrapped up . . Clearly, there are universal themes to certain stories. If a story has been told successfully to a particular audience, could it be told differently to the same audience while adjusting for culture, language and socio-economics? . . Learn more about this insight by reading the full streaming report now on shockng.com . . Whilst the Netflix Team looks to mirror the success of 2023, filmmakers and consumers seek new, bold stories and bigger collaborations that will see the global audience appreciate African storytelling like never before . . 🧩Follow @shockng for firsthand knowledge on how the streaming wars is taking shape in the continent of Africa . . #Streamwars #AfricaOnNetflix #Africanstories #Blackstories #africanfilms #africantvshows

🟢⚡NEW: Executive Producer of the animated Yoruba Mythology series Roye Okupe has confirmed that the voice cast will be actors from the Nollywood industry - Watch the Full Clip below See first look images here: https://lnkd.in/dvgDN6DY #Naija #Animation #Iyanu

🟢⚡JUST IN: The lineup of 2024 Nollywood December theatrical titles is getting invigorated with a return of cherished commercial properties Funke Akindele under her FAAN label is spinning off a new Jenifa movie titled "Everybody Loves Jenifa" Toyin Abraham under her TAFP label is producing the third part of her Alakada Franchise titled "Alakada: Bad and Boujee" All titles are teased for a big-screen December release with Director, Cast reveals and plot details soon to be released. Stay tuned for more details as they drop 🔥🔥 💚Follow @shockng now to get coverage on the big creators and players in the African film and TV industry and how they do business