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Ovy's Voice
''Ovy's Voice'' is a 2017 Nigerian romantic drama film, written and produced by Biodun Stephen. It was directed by Dimeji Ajibola. The film narrates a story of a supposedly dumb makeup artist, who became the love interest of the son of her client, and how upbringing influenced the direction of her future relationships. Upon release, the film received mostly positive reviews. Cast * Bisola Aiyeola as Ovy * Uche Ogbodo * Shaffy Bello * Mofe Duncan Reception ''Talk African Movies'' which usually "recommends" or "ejects" films, recommended the film and applauded the audio, interpretation of roles by main acts and provision of subtitles on screen during the film. It has a 3.5 rating on Nollywood Reinvented, who praised the writing, lead performance especially for Ovy, soundtrack (rendition of "Awww" by Di'Ja) and the story. It summarized its review by stating "Ovy’s Voice is a very sweet and simple watch that captivates you in a ‘bed of roses’ kind of way and then proceeds ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Biodun Stephen
Biodun Stephen is a Nigerian film director, writer and producer, specializing in romantic drama and comedy films. She has been noted for getting inspiration for the title of her films, from the main character names as depicted in the film with '' Tiwa's Baggage'', '' Ovy's Voice'', '' Ehi's Bitters'' and '' Sobi's Mystic'' as notable examples. Personal life and education Biodun Stephen is married. She is an alumna of Obafemi Awolowo University, where she studied philosophy. After-which, she underwent practical film production training at London Film Academy. Career Biodun Stephen began her film-making career in 2014 with the release of '' The Visit''. The film was praised for its minimal yet insightful cast, story and originality. It received two nominations at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards in Lagos. During an interview with Tribune on various facets of her career, she recalled that acting was her "first love", but didn't have a breakthrough in it hence her de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bisola Aiyeola
Bisola Aiyeola (born 21 January 1986) is a Nigerian actress and singer. In 2017, Bisola became the first runner up of ''Big Brother Naija''. In 2018, she won the AMVCA Trailblazer Award at the 2018 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards.In 2021, she was one of the investors of ''Amaze'', an app that makes endorsement deals easier for celebrities. Education Bisola attended National Open University of Nigeria where she studied business management. Career Aiyeola appeared on the 2017 series of Big Brother Naija where she was first runner up. While at BBN, she emerged winner of ONE Campaign reality show which is an international Advocacy Organisation for girl-child education with offices in London, United States, Nigeria and other parts of the world. After leaving the house, as a singer, Bisola released her single debut ''Luchia'' under Temple music. Bisola was one of the contestants at MTN Project Fame West Africa in 2008 where she came 5th and Iyanya won. From 2011 to 2013, Bisola ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uche Ogbodo
Uche Ogbodo (born 17 May 1986) is a Nigerian Actress, producer, and red carpet host. She came into the limelight in 2006 with her debut movie ''Another Bondage'' and has since then acted in other movies like ''Four Sisters'', ''Players'', ''Your Holiness'', ''Your Last Action'', ''Honor My Will'', ''The Laptop, and'' ''Royal Palace''. Early life Born in Enugu State to Godwin Ogbodo, and Ada Luisa Ogbodo as the second child in a family of five. Ogbodo spent most of her teenage years in her hometown. She is a graduate of Banking and finance from the University of Nigeria. Career Ogbodo's journey to Nollywood began following the decision of her father to register her with the Actors Guild of Nigeria in Enugu State, and she subsequently acted in other movies such as ''Be My Val, Family Romance, Festac Town, Forces of Nature, Four Sisters''. In 2013 she, won Spotless Actress of the year from Godfrey Okoye University Godfrey Okoye University (GO University) was founded in 2009 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shaffy Bello
Shaffy Bello is a Nigerian film actress and singer. She first shot into the entertainment scene when she featured vocals in a 1997 hit song by Seyi Sodimu titled " Love Me Jeje". Career Shaffy grew up in the United States where she completed her education. Her first major film was ''Eti Keta'', a Yoruba film. In 2012, she starred as Joanne Lawson in the TV series ''Tinsel'' and as Adesuwa in ''Taste of Love''. Shaffy has since featured in several Yoruba and English language films and TV series including ''When Love Happens'', ''Gbomo Gbomo Express'', and Taste of Love. Selected filmography *''Eti Keta'' *''The Score'' *''Tinsel'' *''When Love Happens'' *''Gbomo Gbomo Express'' *''Taste of Love'' *'' It's Her Day'' *'' Ovy's Voice'' *'' Hire a Man'' (2017) *''Light will Come'' *''Twisted Twins'' *'' Three Thieves'' *'' The Therapist'' *'' Two Weeks in Lagos'' *''Soft Work'' (2020) *''Unroyal'' (2020) *'' Mama Drama'' (2020) *'' Chief Daddy'' *''From Lagos with Love'' *''Iboju' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Romantic Drama Film
Romance films or movies involve romantic love stories recorded in visual media for broadcast in theatres or on television that focus on passion (emotion), passion, emotion, and the affectionate romantic involvement of the main characters. Typically their journey through dating, courtship or marriage, marriage is featured. These films make the search for romantic love the main plot focus. Occasionally, romance lovers face obstacles such as finances, physical illness, various forms of discrimination, psychological restraints or family resistance. As in all quite strong, deep and close romantic relationships, the tensions of day-to-day life, temptations (of infidelity), and differences in compatibility enter into the plots of romantic films. Romantic films often explore the essential themes of love at first sight young and mature love, unrequited love, obsession, sentimental love, Spirituality, spiritual love, forbidden love, platonic love, sexual and passionate love, sacrificial ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nollywood Reinvented
Nollywood Reinvented, also known simply as NR, is a website launched in 2011 and dedicated primarily to film reviews. It also provides information about films, actors, producers and other film people. It is one of the first review platforms dedicated to Nollywood. The website provides two major categories of movie reviews (cinematic reviews and home video reviews) as well as TV show reviews and ratings. History Nollywood Reinvented's website was created on 22 January 2011. It was created to help improve the Nigerian Cinema presence on the internet as well as to serve as a reference for Nigerian movie viewers. With over 100 Nigerian and Ghanaian movies reviewed and counting, NR helps create a platform and reference for nollywood on the web. The website is able to serve as a reference by providing ratings and reviews to the nollywood audience, these ratings include the critic ratings as well as audience ratings which provides an opportunity for side by side comparison. The websit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Di'Ja
Hadiza Blell, now Hadiza Blell-Olo, better known by her stage name Di'Ja, is a Nigerian singer. She is currently signed to Mavin Records. In 2009, she released her first single "Rock Steady", which was nominated for Best Urban/R&B Single at the 2009 Canadian Radio Music Awards. Moreover, she won the Best New Artist award at the 2008 Beat Music Awards. Early life and education Hadiza Blell Olo "Di'ja" was born on the 14th of August 1985 (37 years old) in Kaduna, Northern Nigeria. Di'Ja has lived in Nigeria, Sierra Leone, the United States and Canada. Her mother, Asma'u Blell is from Northern Nigeria and her father, Amb Joe Blell is from Sierra Leone. Di'Ja's received a joint degree in biology and psychology. Career Her music career started in 2008. In 2012, Di'Ja released several singles, including "Dan'Iska (Rudebwoy)", "Hold On (Ba Damuwa)" and "How Can We Be Friends". On 14 February 2014, Di'Ja signed a record deal with Don Jazzy's Mavin Records. "Yaro", her first officia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Johnny Drille
John Ighodaro (born July 5, 1990), professionally known as Johnny Drille, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. His career came into the spotlight when he released a cover of "Awww" by Di'Ja. He is currently signed to Mavin Records. Early life Johnny Drille was born and raised in Edo State, Nigeria. His father is a school principal and clergyman. He has four siblings. Drille started singing in his father's church at an early age. Education He attended the University of Benin, Benin City, where he studied English and Literature. Career Drille began his musical career in church. He was one of the contestants on the sixth season of ''Project Fame West Africa'' in 2013. In 2015, he released a cover of Di'Ja's "Awww", which caught the attention of Mavin's CEO Don Jazzy. His debut single "Wait for Me" was released in 2015. It was nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2016. He teamed up with Niniola Niniola Apata (born 15 December 1986), known professionally as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gabriel Afolayan
Gabriel Afolayan, (born 1 March 1985) also known by his musical stage name G-Fresh, is a Nigerian actor and singer. Education He studied theatre arts at the University of Ibadan. Career He is part of the renowned Afolayan entertainment family that comprises Ade Love, Moji Afolayan, Kunle Afolayan and Aremu Afolayan. As an actor, he won the Best Supporting Actor award for playing "Tavier Jambari" in ''Hoodrush'' (2012). As a musician, he is known mostly for "Awelewa" and "Kokoro Ife". In an interview with ''The Punch'', he described his musical genre as "Love ballad". Afolayan's acting debut was in ''F Opawon'' by Baba Sala. In an interview with ''Nigerian Tribune'', he stated that his music career started in 1997, while he was part of a group in Ibadan. He also stated that he has always been part of the choir. He has cited 2face, Banky W., Aṣa and Bez as influences. He rose to fame, playing the role “Akin” in a Super Story Series titled NNENNA. Personal life Afo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nigerian Romantic Drama Films
Nigerians or the Nigerian people are citizens of Nigeria or people with ancestry from Nigeria. The name Nigeria was taken from the Niger River running through the country. This name was allegedly coined in the late 19th century by British journalist Flora Shaw, who later married Baron Frederick Lugard, a British colonial administrator. ''Nigeria'' is composed of various ethnic groups and cultures and the term Nigerian refers to a citizenship-based civic nationality. Nigerians derive from over 250 ethnic groups and languages.Toyin Falola. ''Culture and Customs of Nigeria''. Westport, Connecticut, USA: Greenwood Press, 2001. p. 4. Though there are multiple ethnic groups in Nigeria, economic factors result in significant mobility of Nigerians of multiple ethnic and religious backgrounds to reside in territories in Nigeria that are outside their ethnic or religious background, resulting in the mixing of the various ethnic and religious groups, especially in Nigeria's cities.Toyin Fa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
