BBA HOTSHOT RETURNS.

M-Net and Endemol SA are delighted to confirm that a new Big Brother house has been found in Johannesburg, South Africa following the devastating fire that demolished the original house on 2 September. The search was concluded after exploring all possible options both locally and internationally, for a suitable venue to produce the 9th season of Africa’s biggest reality show.
M-Net and Endemol SA are pleased to announce that Big Brother Hotshots will officially launch on Sunday 5 October AT 19:00 CAT. As they countdown to the launch, fans across the continent can look forward to some pleasant surprises in true Biggie fashion.
The producers wish to thank fans far and wide for all the patience and continuous support over the past few days.
#BBACantwait #BBAHOTSHOT

The Movie: "Better Than The Beginning" Exclusive Shots

Seun Akindele and Brycee Bassey.
Golden Heritage Ltd. A Lagos-based multi-media production company which just concluded location shoot on her latest flick has released select behind the scene pictures of the blockbuster "Better Than The Beginning" produced by Rava TV and directed by the award winning filmmaker, Kingsley Omoefe. DOP: McShot, camera 2: Victor Ojewe.
Have fun scrolling down...

The Nigeria Gospel Music Awards (NGMA) 4.0

...feel the Spirit!

A cursory look at The Nigeria Gospel Music Awards (NGMAwards) is an annual event instituted by The Academy of Gospel Music in Nigeria to encourage gospel artistes in Nigeria who have used and are using their God given talents to promote and spread the gospel of Christ Jesus across and beyond the nation.
the Nigeria’s entertainment industry shows that there is really no system of reward for gospel artistes; hence, the need to systematically encourage Nigerian gospel artistes is met by The Nigeria Gospel Music Awards (NGMAwards) project.

Brace Up For Miss Fotogenix 2014

"Beauty is beyond "beauty", beauty is been unique"

This is a pageant with a difference. It is a photo base pageant designed to produce a queen of any height or size with a unique facial structure, poise and intelligence. You must not be "beautiful" to qualify.

Filmmaker In The Spotlight: Omoefe Kingsley.

"...we, filmmakers need to start treating our films as products and brands..."-Omoefe.

Obviously one of Nollywood's most dynamic and skilful directors. Nicknamed "The King of Soap" for directing five running TV series at same time("Everyday People" Domino" Family affair" Just The Two of Us" and "One Love"). The award winning Delta state-born filmmaker who is well schooled both home and in several countries in filmmaking just returned from Colorado, USA after an intensive and hands-on training in digital filmmaking, is one talent that embodies the future of Nollywood judging from his artistically-correct pool of works. This humble but eloquent screen-curator, Kingsley Omoefe is the chief executive officer of Golden Heritage Nigeria Ltd. And he heads the Nigeria Gospel Music awards. He did justice to the barrage of question I shot at him. Enjoy...

Can we meet you?
KING OMOEFE: I am Kingsley Omoefe, a film producer and director.

BBA HOTSHOT Postponed.

Big Brother Africa "HOTSHOT" has been postponed indefinitely due to fire incidence at the Big Brother House. Find the press release from the organisers below.

"M-Net and Endemol SA advise that due to a devastating fire at the Big Brother house on 2 September 2014, Big Brother Hotshots will not launch this Sunday (7 September) as scheduled.
The cause of the fire, at this stage, is unknown and investigations will commence as soon as it is safe to do so.

Big Brother Africa unleashes "HOTSHOTS"

The countdown begins to the continent’s biggest reality show. BIG Brother Africa returns for its ninth season on Sunday, September 7, with the housemates competing for a massive prize pot of $300 000.
AfricaMagic entertainment revealed that the new season will be known as "Hotshots". This season’s housemates have hidden talents; they adore the spotlight and will let nothing stand in the way of their pursuit of fame and fortune.

5 Ways To Bring Down 2Face Idibia

2face Idibia, man, leader, father, legend, icon, god. How can he be brought down from such a high perch?2Face Ibibia who just dropped his 6th studio album is highly respected in African music circles and beyond.
This article is bound to generate a huge number of readers. People all over the world are bound to click on this link and try to find out who on earth has found a way to topple the kingship of 2Face Idibia. Not because Nigerians hate the man, no. We really, really do love 2Face. *Big Hugs*
Here’s how to finally bring down 2face Idibia

Actor In The Spotlight: Oge Indiana.

"...Without the requisite skill, you can never play some roles- Oge.

Co-starring with her on the set of a sound city production, I left the set with one opinion of her. From afar, one might conclude how snobbish she would be but inch closer and you would swallow your opinion. With her down-to-earth personality and the accompanying charm, Oge is one actor that will imprint an indelible memory in you with less than a minute dramatic display. Barely a year in the make-believe world, this soft beauty is fast making inroads towards the pinnacle and I have no doubt she would soon win the hearts of Nollywood lovers. This is my chat with her, enjoy.

About Me.
OGE: My Name is Oge Indiana.

How Far Would He Go For Love?

THE STIMME COMPANY PRESENTS: B-ve

B-ve follows the story of IvieOkojie (9), a psychotic little boy tired of living in World War Three who is on a mission of love few days to his birthday to save his mum from an abusive father that hates them both. Does he succeed or not?
A short film Written, Produced and Directed by debutante director and two-time Homevida award winner, FrancesOkeke.Cinematography by Tope Lawanson With amazing actors like Paul Utomi, Divine Mesh –Masade as Ivie, Femi Amusan,Bukky Thomas, Peace Odiete, Sean Lawson and John Attah.

To watch the trailer, click HERE

Actor In The Spotlight: Seun Kentebe.

"...it's understandable if a producer prefers the "selling faces" to up-coming actors- Seun.

Seun kentebe is a business administrator turned actor who is gradually climbing the ladder through hard work. After being nominated for the AMVCA 2013, the amiable actor is at it again with another nomination. Enjoy my chat with him.

10 Types of Girlfriends who’ll make Your Life Hell.

If you’re on a date with a girl or have started dating a girl recently, keep an eye on these 10 types of girlfriends who’ll make your life a living hell. If you see these traits in the girl, point it out at a convenient time and talk about it with her.
But if she can’t change these bad girlfriend traits, you may be setting yourself up for a frustrating relationship that’ll take you nowhere but downhill over the coming months!
#1. The extremely clingy girl: When a girl is addicted to you or loves you a lot, it’s obvious that she’d want to spend a lot of time with you. But has your girlfriend crossed the thin line separating ‘want to be with you’ and ‘can’t do anything without you?

In The Spotlight: Zainab Balogun

"...I'm still single and I have no idea why. Ask the men..."- Zainab.

Zainab Balogun just happens to be one of those people who fill a room with their presence. Born and raised in London, the model turned TV Presenter moved back to Nigeria a few years ago and has been consistently climbing higher and higher in the Nigerian entertainment industry.

She has made her mark locally and internationally having worked on global campaigns in New york and elegantly walked the runway of The New york Fashion Week. She has graced the covers of well-respected magazines like Pride, Spell, True love, Black Hair & Beauty and Eso magazines to just mention a few.
Now a co-host on (DSTV Channel 165) Ebony Life TV’s “The Spot” with Lamide Akintobi and Ebuka Obi-Uchendu was introduced to modeling at the age of 16 so it is no wonder that she is a natural on TV. Zainab Balogun is a Nigerian talent whose physical beauty is matched by her creative mind and her ability to rise to any occasion. Her energy is amazing with her cutting through her own thoughts and words faster and more excited than she could verbalize.
I had a chat with the amicable young lady and it really was fun. Zainab spoke about her experiences being a TV presenter (the good and the bad), the future, her ideal man and so much more.

How did you transition from modeling to being a TV Presenter?
ZB: I had actually started a web series with a friend of mine in London, a weekly entertainment web series, and then we decided to come to Nigeria together and bring that idea here.

Domestic Violence, Not Right? : My Take.

Critique By Edeh Attah.

Not Right is a ten-minute short-film that mirrors domestic violence. Though some may consider the theme over-flogged but it is still very imperative given that the menace is still subsisting in our society.
Judith Audu, a fast rising actress cum producer is one of the women irked by the menace of domestic violence. In her debut effort at film producing, she chose to delve into this topical issue which is still raging in most families though the victims most times endure in silence, reason been that they want to preserve their marriage or are scared of how the society will look at them which I think is wrong hence they must save their lives first, from these silent killers-abusive husbands.

Title: Not Right
Writer: Judith Audu
Director: Uduak Obong Patrick
Lead Actors: Omowunmi Dada. Judith Audu, Ani Iyoho, Phillip Festus.
Studio: Judith Audu Productions (2014).

Synopsis.
Out of ‘love’ and her desire to keep her marriage, Kumbi(Omowunmi Dada) is tied down to a relationship where the beast of a husband relentlessly abuses her psychologically and physically. Funmi’s(Judith Audu) attempt to save her from the looming tragedy proves abortive as Kumbi languishes under the mercy of Kola,(Philip Festus) her husband.

Actor In The Spotlight: Jude Orhorha.

"...You have to be in a clique to get the best jobs in Nollywood..."-Jude

In Nollywood, there abound talents and stars clouded in semi-oblivion from the world as a result of certain factors that can be mitigated. Most actors have achieved a lot that they are worthy to be referred as stars and celebrated but certain factors have impeded that. Jude Orhorha is one actor that have "been there and done that" from every parameter he is worthy to be celebrated for his efforts in Nollywood though it is not so as it is supposed. He just celebrated his 7th year marriage anniversary and I caught up with this down-to-earth actor. Enjoy.

Can we meet you?
JUDE ORHORHA: My names are Jude Ufuoma Orhorha. I am an actor, voice-over artist, MC and a Presenter. I have done a lot of jobs in the industry and have traveled abroad to shoot. My first role on TV was in the NTA produced series,

Pitching Essentials For Filmmakers and Screenwriters.

When someone asks you what your screenplay is about, and you tell them, you are verbally pitching your script to them. If they ask you for a written summation – a treatment – you are submitting a written pitch.
The word “pitching” is really a misnomer as it conjures up visions of a snake-oil salesman peddling questionable wares to an unsuspecting public. But if you took pitching out of the film business, the entire industry would collapse. Every movie ever made was made as a result of pitching. And the film industry is a people business, which means that your communication skills are very important.
In the film industry, pitching is the process which you as a writer, director or producer, use in order to impart your passion for your project to others – cast, crew or financiers.

Things You Shouldn't Tell Anyone.

There are some things you shouldn’t tell anyone but yourself and God. It is true what they say: If you don’t want something to be repeated, then don’t tell anybody. Most of us throw discretion to the wind though when we’re in conversation with day-one friends or new acquaintances that we’re fond of. In a perfect world, we’d like for all of the conversation shared between “just us girls” to be kept confidential. A perfect world this is not, and you’d be surprised at just how quick your closest confidant will use the information she knows about you against you. Or just accidentally blab about it to the world. Telling your business to girlfriends despite how new or old the friendship is comes with its risks and exclusiveness is not guaranteed.

Most women think that if you can’t tell your friends your business, then they aren’t really your friends. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Anytime I had heavy information that I felt the need to express to a friend in the past, I wish I had thought about how doing so would help or hinder my situation first. Will this friend really contribute to the conversation or are they just listening for the drama of it all? Will they offer support or will they condemn me for my choices? There is a difference between privacy and secrecy, and anytime you disclose private information, well, it is no longer private. You may have been saying a little too much to your girlfriends if you are guilty of sharing the following information too freely.

1. DON’T TELL YOUR FRIENDS THAT YOU’VE CAUGHT YOUR SPOUSE CHEATING
Especially if you and your spouse plan on working it out, it’s probably best to leave all outside people out of this relationship revelation.

Who is To Blame for the Piracy of 'Half of a Yellow Sun' in Nigeria?

"Half of a Yellow Sun", the most expensive Nigerian film since the emergence of the phenomenal Nollywood is currently being pirated on the streets and on the Internet. It is the tragic fate of this film that was largely financed with a loan from the US$200 million Entertainment Intervention Fund of the Nigerian Creative and Entertainment Industry Stimulation Loan Scheme (NCEILS), run by the Bank of Industry in Nigeria; And the world premiere was in the Special Presentation section at the 38th annual Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2013. The film also screened at other international film festivals, with both public and private premieres in the UK and Nigeria, with commercial screenings at cinemas in the UK.

Registration for Queen of Aso Nigeria.

Aso Multi-Media, the organisers of the prestigious beauty pageant; Queen Of Aso" has once again called for application from interested ladies ages 16-26 as the registration closes on 20th June 2014.
It would be recalled that the 2013 edition of the pageant was won by her majesty Queen Juliet Gbajie

Short Film: "Not Right" (Trailer)

NOT RIGHT is a short film on Domestic Violence written and produced by
Judith Audu. The story throws light on how deep the domestic violence
menace has eaten deep into our society and emphasizes that women should not
allow themselves to be put through the agony. We have two families in the
film while one's home is filled with love, the other battles on how to live
with her husband that is always battering her. It is a story of how a
concerned couple Tade (Ani Iyoho) and Funmi (Judith Audu) tries helping
their neighbour Kumbi (Omowunmi Dada) who is always been beaten by her
husband, Kola (Philip Festus). Will she listen to what her neighbors are
saying or remain in the marriage in trying to ‘save face’ in the society?

To see the Trailer on YouTube, Click HERE

Or download the 44 seconds trailer HERE


Know more about Judith Audu HERE

YOU CAN ALSO SEE MORE ACTORS IN THE SPOTLIGHT HERE