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  • ‘Lost in London’ sold out in cinemas on opening weekend

    ‘Lost in London’ sold out in cinemas on opening weekend

    Lost in London’ has joined Nollywood movies that recorded sold out halls at different cinemas across the country in its opening weekend.

    The comedy which features Bishop Umoh in his famous character Okon, opened to cinema lovers last Friday, June 9, 2017 and has been described as a movie that showcases a rich Nigerian cultural heritage.

    “I am overwhelmed and pleased about the turn out and positive feedback of people so far,” said producer of the movie, Uduak Isong Oguamanam.

    “I have been visiting different cinemas, together with the actors in the movie and we have all been impressed and at the same time thankful for the massive turnout.

    “The tickets sold out everywhere we went and we hope this will continue for as long as possible. The smiling faces of the people as they came out of the hall showed that they obviously had a great time and were entertained. That reaction was the reward of all our hardwork and dedication.”

    ‘Lost in London’ is the third production in the Okon franchise and like its predecessors follows the hilarious adventure of Okon. It tells the story of Okon and Bona, who were selected for an exchange program in London. They attempt to earn some precious Pounds before returning to Nigeria and experience culture shock and all sorts of trouble. But Okon and Bona are made of sterner stuff and every step of the way proves that the Nigerian spirit cannot be broken.

    The movie which is still in cinemas  nationwide stars talented actors such as Alex Ekubo who played as Bona, Ime Bishop Umoh who played as the hilarious Okon, alongside Valerie Okeke, FunnyBone, Ella Betts, Kemi OlofinMakin, James Morgan and others.

  • GTB fashion weekend debuts

    GTB fashion weekend debuts

    GUARANTY Trust Bank plc has announced the debut of the GTBank Fashion Weekend which will hold in Lagos on the 12th and 13th of November 2016. The two-day consumer focused event is themed “Promoting Enterprise” and is set to create an ultimate fashion experience, where the most promising and talented retail brands will showcase the latest fashion trends and products to a large and diverse audience of consumers, fashion aficionados and industry professionals.

    Positioned as a sequel to the GTBank Food and Drink Weekend, the GTBank Fashion Weekend is part of the bank’s initiative to strengthen small businesses in key economic sectors through non-profit consumer-focused fairs and capacity building initiatives that serve to boost their expertise, exposure and business growth.

    The weekend will be headlined by top fashion industry experts,trend setters as well as locally renowned designers and style authorities. Attendees will be treated to a series of fashion events such as Entrepreneurial and Fashion MasterClasses and Retail Exhibitions.

  • Surulere sold out in first weekend

    Surulere sold out in first weekend

    Following its release last Friday, Surulere, the second flick from The Audrey Silva Company (TASC), is enjoying massive sales at the cinema.

    Beverly Naya, a lead actress in the movie yesterday took to her Twitter account to post a picture which shows the movie was ‘sold out’ at the cinema.

    “SURU L’ERE #SoldOut !!!! Miss it, miss out,” she posted on her page.

    Rita Dominic, co-owner of TASC, also took pride in the success of the flick posting the same picture on her Instagram account.

    “Thank you guys,” she wrote posting emojis of lips and love. “We sold out. Thanks a lot.”

    At its premiere on Friday at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, it was a gathering of the ‘who is who’ in the entertainment industry. The dress code, a glam touch of African, also added a distinct flavour to the event.

    Surulere is a romantic comedy produced by and lawyer turned filmmaker Mildred Okwo who is also a co-owner of TASC. It focuses on the life of Arinze (SeunAjayi), a hustling young man whose nasty boss, Mr Brume (Gregory Ojefua), makes his life difficult. His luck, however, takes a better turn upon a sudden meeting with Omosigho (Beverly Naya) who believes he is Bossy, a man supposed to help with some work to enable her get promoted. Arinze is quick to dismiss her at the eatery until he hears she is proposing a deal worth N250, 000. To the broke bloke whom several debts including his rents hang on his neck, that sum than gets his attention and he finds himself claiming to be Bossy.

    Torn between his sadist boss at work, crushing poverty and a deadline to finish the work, the hilarious drama continues to unfold. In fact, all through, the movie bends, twists and turns with humour.

    The movie which was written by Richard Odilu also stars Tope Tedela and Kemi ‘Lala’Akindoju.

  • A weekend at QDance Centre

    Dance lovers will burn some calories on the QDance Centre dance floor opened to the public on Saturday. The event was the first at the centre. There were free dance classes.

    O0n Sunday, guests were treated to an evening of refreshment tagged: the Opening Cocktail.

    The centre, based in Yaba, is an independent space, focused on creating new interests for dance by offering services for amateurs and dance lovers.

    According to the organisers, it aims at being “a dance hub/cultural centre, informative and creative space, with an ambition of kick-starting a new experience for the inhabitants of Yaba area.

    Other activities it will be offering include a dance school, a dance company, children’s creative club, in addition to regular dance and fitness class for adults, film screenings and performances, studio hire and library.

  • Hamilton expecting better weekend

    Lewis Hamilton is excited at the prospect of competing in India due to the challenges drivers face at the Buddh International Circuit.

    This weekend’s Indian Grand Prix will only be the second time the Formula 1 roadshow has travelled to the Buddh International Circuit, but the track has already found its way in the Hamiton’s heart with the McLaren driver likening it to Spa-Francorchamps.

    “The circuit, is something of a revelation. Most modern tracks have a very similar feel; you find that the same driving style and rhythm suits them all. But the Buddh International Circuit is different: it has more in common with a great track like Spa than it does with any number of the more modern places we visit,” Hamilton said in a team preview.

    “And that’s because it’s got an incredible flow – basically, from Turn Four, a wide-apex right-hander that sweeps downhill, the track is just a series of fast, rolling curves which really allow you to put the car absolutely on the limit.”

    Sebastian Vettel took the race victory 12 months ago with Hamilton only seventh, but the former world champion is confident he can improve this time.

    “I didn’t have a particularly tidy weekend there last year: but I feel I’ve been driving better than ever recently – even if the results haven’t quite shown it – so I’m headed to India determined for another good result.