Palava (2022 film)

Palava
Directed by	Niyi Akinmolayan
Written by	Anee Icha Chinaza Onuzo
Starring	Richard Mofe-Damijo Iyabo Ojo Bisola Aiyeola Mercy Aigbe Beverly Naya Beverly Osu
Music by	Tolu Obanro [1]
Production companies	Inkblot Productions FilmOne Entertainment
Release date	9 December 2022 (2022-12-09)(Nigeria)
Country	Nigeria
Language	English

Palava is a 2022 Nigerian family comedy film produced by Inkblot Productions in conjunction with FilmOne Entertainment. ^[2] The film stars Richard Mofe-Damijo, Bisola Aiyeola, Iyabo Ojo, Mercy Aigbe, Beverly Naya, Beverly Osu, Neo Akpofure, Chinedu Ikedieze, Segun Arinze, and Eniola Badmus. ^{[3] [4]} It was released in cinemas on 9 December 2022. ^[5]

Synopsis

Osa Wonda is a highlife musician and renowned artiste who loves women, and has five daughters. His life and family take a turn when a scandal emerges on the eve of his 60th birthday. ^[5]

Selected cast

• Richard Mofe-Damijo as Osa Wonda
• Beverly Naya as Charlie
• Bisola Aiyeola as Imade
• Iyabo Ojo as Oma Bassey
• Mercy Aigbe as Hajara
• Neo Akpofure as Malik
• Beverly Osu as Charlie
• Eniola Badmus as Iya Oloja
• Chinedu Ikedieze as Big T
• Jemima Osunde as Itohan

Production and release

Palava, the twentieth film produced by Inkblot Productions, was directed by Niyi Akinmolayan and released in Nigerian cinemas on 9 December 2022. Its premiere took place on 27 November 2022 as an ankara-themed event, attended by actors from the film as well as other celebrities, including Nancy Isime, Sharon Ooja, and Ruth Kadiri. ^{[6] [7] [8]}

References

1. Gambari, Luqman. "Tolu Obanro: Crafting Cinematic Soundscapes for Nigerian Blockbusters". Leadership . Retrieved 3 March 2024.
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3. "Palava Featuring RMD, Iyabo Ojo Premieres Today". 2022-12-09. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
4. "RMD the Rockstar in 'Palava!' The Movie – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
5. Ogala, George (2022-11-28). "New Nollywood family comedy 'Palava' premieres in Lagos (PHOTOS)". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
6. Iwalaiye, Temi (2022-11-28). "Must-see aso-ebi inspiration from 'Palava The Movie' premiere". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
7. Yaakugh, Kumashe (2022-11-29). "Ankara glamour: Nancy Isime, 7 others rock fabulous looks at movie premiere". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
8. "TEASER: RMD, Bisola Aiyeola, Mercy Aigbe star in 'Palava'". TheCable Lifestyle. 2022-09-28. Retrieved 2022-12-09.