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  • ‘Pathetic’ is a human interest movie – Dayo Amusa

    ‘Pathetic’ is a human interest movie – Dayo Amusa

    All is ready for Dayo Amusa’s new movie, ‘Pathetic’, to be released in cinemas on March 24, 2017.

    Amusa, who disclosed that the movie is a human interest story, said, “We must tell the many tales that are being kept as secrets, the many wounds that are being covered and the many stories that may never be told.” Her last movie, ‘Unforgivable’ also borders on domestic violence in the family.

    ‘Pathetic’ is the story of Rita Shonibare, a renowned TV star who is caught in a web of confusion, as she makes a compromise on her budding career so as to overcome her marital ordeals. The movie portrays the mischievous ways that celebrities are portrayed by the media and the outsiders who prey on them.

    “It’s not as if the stories are related to me directly,” she quipped. “I am just a voice to the many silenced voices in our society. I am helping a group of people tell the stories they would rather cover. These are issues that go on around us daily and I feel obligated to tell those stories.”

    Speaking further, Amusa said: “This does not mean that I will not make movies outside of this niche. I am definitely open to try my hands on different stories but one thing is important, I want to tell an impacting story that we can all learn from.”

  • DAYO AMUSA TAKES PATHETIC TO CINEMAS

    NOLLYWOOD actor, Dayo Amusa, has returned with a new movie, Pathetic, which will be showing at the cinemas from March 24.

    Produced by Amusa and directed by Ike Nnaebue, the movie stars Bimbo Akintola, Wole Ojo, Dayo Amusa, Toyin Abraham, Funsho Adeolu, Toyin Alausa, Taiwo Okunlola, Anu Shodanya among others.

    Pathetic is a thrilling and insightful marital story intricately woven on the life of a famous celebrity lady – her pains and travails in having the desired picture-perfect life of the ordinary human.

    Rita Shonibare, a renowned TV star, is caught in a web of confusion as she makes a compromise on her budding career so as to overcome her marital ordeals resulting from her wayward and inconsiderate husband, who explores her status to his own devious means.

    According to the producers, Pathetic deftly portrays in a subtle and fascinating fashion the mischievous ways the celebrities are explored by the media, the outsiders and pathetically, their most trusted loved ones, who regard them as preys to be feasted upon at their slightest means.

    “This is my best production yet. Shooting this movie for me is more about passing a message and helping the world see the hidden struggles celebrities face even with those they call family and friends. It is an attempt to share our struggles and also communicate a message to anyone going through such situations. I encourage everyone to join me at the cinemas in March when the movie starts to show,” Amusa says.

  • DAYO AMUSA spotted with Akothee Kenya

    DAYO AMUSA spotted with Akothee Kenya

    NOLLYWOOD actress turned singer Dayo Amusa is going international with her musical career as she is in Kenya, doing a collaboration with one of Kenya’s richest singers Akothee Kenya.

    Amusa was also flooding her social media page with pictures of herself in the studio as well as on the streets of Kenya.

    The new single which is titled Wetin you dey call your benefactor, is likely to hit the airwaves soon.

    Since she started singing, Amusa has featured some top Nigerian musicians and released songs like Aiye Mi, Blow My Mind, Alejo and the sound track of her movie, Unforgivable, which won her several awards.

    The story of Akothee Kenya, who is one of the nominees of AFRIMMA 2016 is that of rags to riches. The successful musician also recently lost her twin pregnancy.

  • Dayo Amusa debunks endorsement tales

    Dayo Amusa debunks endorsement tales

    Contrary to rumours making rounds that Yoruba actress Dayo Amusa has signed a new endorsement deal, the actress/singer, has come out to clear the air on the topic. In a recent interview, she stated that it was only a promotional deal for Music cum Musical Video content distribution and not an endorsement deal as reported.

    “I’m always glad to have good people around me. A new deal was sealed and signed and thanks to you all for the messages and wishes. God bless you all!!! PS; it’s not an endorsement deal based on the news flying around. It’s just a promotional deal for Music/Musical Video content distribution,” she stated.

    The rising singer, whose music is said to be making waves in the industry, last Wednesday, signed a promotional deal with Techno Mobile to help promote her songs on their platform, Boom Player. The deal, according to findings, will ensure that her fans and followers have easy access in downloading both her audio and video songs.

    The actress’ new release, Alejo, is currently being aired on several radio stations.

  • DAYO AMUSA TALKS NEW MOVIE, ‘PATHETIC’

    DAYO AMUSA TALKS NEW MOVIE, ‘PATHETIC’

    COMING on the heels of her last production, Unforgivable, which garnered five awards at Yoruba Movie Academy Award, Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa, has come with another movie titled Pathetic.

    Directed by Ike Nnaebue, the new project is produced by AMZADOL Productions and was shot in Lekki /Ajah, Lagos.

    Featured in the movie are some of the biggest names in the Nigerian movie industry like, Funsho Adeolu, Toyin Aimakhu, Toyin Alausa, Bimbo Akintola, and Wale Ojo, among others.

    Pathetic tells the story of how career women are faced with the challenge of balancing their marriages and their chosen career paths.

    Presently in its post-production stage, information has it that Pathetic is expected to hit the cinemas before the end of the year.

    The actress, who is also looking slimmer than her fans are used to, recently took to her Instagram page to post a set of dress and sandals, which she said was a gift from a fan who is yet to reveal his identity.

    She posted: “I got this gifts from a fan #IGFAM few weeks back, but due to up and down waka waka, I’ve not been able to acknowledge it and show appreciation until now. Unfortunately I’m unable to single out who. Please kindly DM me if u get this. In advance Thank you.”

  • DAYO AMUSA releases ‘Aye Mi’ video

    DAYO AMUSA releases ‘Aye Mi’ video

    CROSS-OVER actress, Temidayo Amusa, has released the video of her latest musical work Aye Mi (My Life).

    The new Single, according to information, was recently released on HipTv.

    Dayo who has starred in many Yoruba movies, made remarkable headline when she produced Unforgivable, a movie which preaches against domestic violence, starring Desmond Elliot and Mike Ezeronye. The movie won five awards at the 2014 edition of Yoruba Movie Academy Award (YMAA).

    The actress, in a statement, reveals that music has been part of her talents. She says her challenge is not about being a singer, but being able to meet up with the highly competitive music industry.

    Amusa is also the CEO of Amzadol Films Production, a subsidiary of Amzadol Ventures, established in 2006. She recently released a new movie, Igbese.

  • Dayo Amusa turns musician

    Dayo Amusa turns musician

    Gradually, Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa, is breaking new grounds as she adds singing to her portfolio with the recent release of her second single.

    Dayo made her debut as a musician with the release of Unforgiveable, the soundtrack of her movie of the same title, starring Nollywood actors Mike Ezeruonye and Desmond Elliot.

    Many would have thought that Dayo’sUnforgiveable was a flash in the pan, but the actress as surprised her fans as she follows up with another single, Blow my Mind.

    Produced by PsalmJazzy and mixed by Teepiano, the single which was released on the internet a few days ago, has been receiving heavy download.

    The crossover actress also runs a school called PayDad, in Ibadan, Oyo State.

  • Dayo Amusa takes mum on vacation

    Dayo Amusa takes mum on vacation

    POPULAR Yoruba actress, Dayo Amusa, is reportedly holidaying in London, after several months of engaging in movie productions. Interestingly, the star of Dewunmi Iberu is accompanied on the trip by her mother and brother, giving proof that she loves her family dearly.

    The beautiful actress, who holds a National Diploma in Food Science and Technology from the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Ojere, Ogun State, launched her acting career in 2002. However, in 2006, she swelled the number of movie producers in the Yoruba movie industry.

    Over the years, she has featured in a number of award-winning movies. Her latest project, Unforgivable, stars Desmond Elliot, Mike Ezerounye and Bukky Wright, among others.

    Amusa, also a producer, opened a school and crèche, PayDab School last December in Ibadan, Oyo State.

  • Dayo Amusa floats school

    Dayo Amusa floats school

    Top flight Yoruba actress cum producer has added yet another feather in her hat. The actress, whose profile has been on a steady rise for a couple of years, is leaving no stone unturned in making her impact felt and this time, she has taken it a notch higher.

    Less than two years after she opened her PayDab school in Surulere, Lagos, Dayo Amusa has opened another branch in lbadan, Oyo State. The unveiling, which was done last Sunday, was attended by some of her colleagues.

    Amusa is the producer of Unforgivable, a new advocacy flick starring A-list actors, including Desmond Elliot and Mike Ezuruonye.

  • Dayo’s top 10

    Dayo’s top 10

    Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa, discloses her top favourite things to Kehinde Oluleye.

    Favourite shoe designer

    Aldo

    Favourite bag designer

    Russell & Bromley

    Favourite wrist watch designer

    Michael Kors

    Favourite perfume

    Balenciaga & Tom Ford

     

    Favourite car

    BM X6

    Favourite dinner wear

    Jovani

    Favourite drink

    Vodka

    Favourite undies

    Lasenza

    Favourite food

    Efo riro

     

    Favourite artist

    Tope Alabi