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NOLLYWOOD BANTS

NOLLYWOOD BANTS

By japheth josiah

Nollywood Bants focuses on the Nigerian film industry popularly known as Nollywood. Here we discuss the good, the bad and not so ugly parts of Nollywood. It's all love baby!
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THE KING IS BACK…AGAIN: EXPECTATIONS AND PREDICTIONS

NOLLYWOOD BANTSApr 08, 2025
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THE KING IS BACK…AGAIN: EXPECTATIONS AND PREDICTIONS

THE KING IS BACK…AGAIN: EXPECTATIONS AND PREDICTIONS

Kemi Adetiba’s hit, King Of Boys is returning to the big screens after a run on Netflix as a series.

The director announced the December release earlier this year and on this episode we will be discussing what we think the return will be like, So enjoy.


Also, we’re so glad to announce that you can now begin to watch episodes on Nollywood Bants on YouTube soon! Yep!


Also, follow us on our socials

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Twitter https://x.com/nollywoodbants?s=21


And you can follow me on my personal socials:


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Don’t forget to share this gospel you’ve found, we’re sharing the gospel of nollywood so you can share it as well.


Thank you🫶🏾✨

Apr 08, 202513:04
EVERYBODY LOVES JENIFA: A FILM FOR THOSE WHO TRULY LOVE JENIFA OR FUNKE AKINDELE OR BOTH

EVERYBODY LOVES JENIFA: A FILM FOR THOSE WHO TRULY LOVE JENIFA OR FUNKE AKINDELE OR BOTH

Happy New year!!


I know you’ve been waiting to hear from me, well, it’s here!


We’re tarting the year Africa’s biggest film at the moment. ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’. I saw it at the cinemas on Christmas Day and I just knew I had to talk about it.


Guys have you see the movie yet? I believe it’s leaving the cinemas soon, you should see it.



Also, I’m so glad to announce that you can now begin to watch episodes on Nollywood Bants on YouTube! Yep!


Also, follow us on our socials

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nollywoodbants_?igsh=MXVldW1sZWFmaTM4cg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr


Twitter https://x.com/nollywoodbants?s=21


And you can follow me on my personal socials:


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josiah_japheth?igsh=NTAzYWdia2tnajZy&utm_source=qr


Twitter: https://x.com/josiah_japheth?s=21


Don’t forget to share this gospel you’ve found, we’re sharing the gospel of nollywood so you can share it as well.


Thank you🫶🏾✨

Mar 03, 202520:57
FUNKE AKINDELE: THE AUTHOR AND FINISHER OF NOLLYWOOD’S FILM MARKETING.

FUNKE AKINDELE: THE AUTHOR AND FINISHER OF NOLLYWOOD’S FILM MARKETING.

You hear Funke Akindele is releasing a new film and you just know you’re on a ride for a great promotion run. Saw the the viral promotional video for the theatrical release of Akindele’s Jenifa and I had record this episode.
Oct 09, 202414:25
HOUSE OF GA’A: MY MOST UNDERWHELMING NOLLYWOOD EPIC FILM

HOUSE OF GA’A: MY MOST UNDERWHELMING NOLLYWOOD EPIC FILM

Finally watched Bolanle Austen-Peters’ ‘House of Ga’a’ and it turned out to be quite underwhelming, and it is my least favorite Nollywood Epic film tbh and I had to rant about it.🤧

Sep 27, 202422:02
All of Us= Far from home+ Elite + One of Us Is Lying+ Blood and Water

All of Us= Far from home+ Elite + One of Us Is Lying+ Blood and Water

Welcome back!!!


We’re back and hoping not to go away again.

Coming back this season, we’ll begin with a review of the most recent web series “All of Us”.


No long talk, enjoy!

Sep 11, 202430:27
THE BLACK BOOK BANTS EPISODE

THE BLACK BOOK BANTS EPISODE

The Black Book, a Netflix origin directed by Editi Effiong, his first film actually. Well received home and abroad.
But you know we always have one or two to say about everything.
Enjoy!
Sep 28, 202324:12
JAGUN JAGUN BANTS EPISODE

JAGUN JAGUN BANTS EPISODE

Femi Adebayo's Euphoria 360 studios tries to strike gold twice with Jagun Jagun, after King Of Thieves. I discuss the movie on this episode. Enjoy!!
Sep 04, 202316:50
MOVIE REVIEW: YAHOO ➕

MOVIE REVIEW: YAHOO ➕

Ebuka Njoku' Debut film, Yahoo+ is this episode's topic of discussion, Enjoy!
Aug 09, 202316:59
MOVIE REVIEW: HOUSE OF SECRET

MOVIE REVIEW: HOUSE OF SECRET

Anthill studios' first release of the year, HOUSE OF SECRET, released on Amazon prime, is this week's focus of the show. Directed by Niyi Akinmolayan, the psychological thriller with a not so popular cast as main characters was fun to dive into with my guest.
Enjoy!
Jul 18, 202323:31
MOVIE REVIEW: BATTLE ON BUKA STREET

MOVIE REVIEW: BATTLE ON BUKA STREET

Myself and my guest dissected Battle on Buka street, Nollywood Highest grossing movie, directed by Funke Akindele, in this Family drama as she acts along sides Mercy Johnson, Tina Mba, Nkem Owoh, Sola Shobowale amongst others.
Jul 11, 202318:30
MOVIE REVIEW: IJAKUMO; THE BORN AGAIN STRIPPER

MOVIE REVIEW: IJAKUMO; THE BORN AGAIN STRIPPER

Myself and a guest sat down to talk about the 2022 revenge thriller directed by Adebayo Tijani and produced and executively produced by Toyin Abraham who plays a major role too. Listen and enjoy!
Jul 02, 202322:60
SKIT MAKERS IN NOLLYWOOD WITH PHIL BADUNG

SKIT MAKERS IN NOLLYWOOD WITH PHIL BADUNG

Recently we've seen a lot of skit makers/ content creators in some of Nollywood films. For others it's just 1 or 2 film, while for some it's full blown transition from social media sensations to actors. On this episode of Nollywood bants, Myself and Phil Badung( an actor and content creator) sat to discuss how this affects the film industry. Also, you might find a few shades here and there lol. Enjoy!
Jun 19, 202318:19
OVERCASTING ACTORS IN NOLLYWOOD

OVERCASTING ACTORS IN NOLLYWOOD

Every time a new Nollywood project is released, we end up having the same faces as lead in most of these projects. Why? That's what I discuss this week. Listen and share your thoughts.
Jun 11, 202317:02
SISTA REVIEW

SISTA REVIEW

Biodun Stephen wears 3 hats to make the emotional rollercoaster that I really like.
She writes, directs and produces Sista starring Kehinde Bankole, Deyemi Okanlawon, Bisola Aiyeola etc.
This is nothing but my opinion.
Jun 04, 202330:24
AMVCA 2023

AMVCA 2023

The 9th edition of the AMVCA was held on 20th of may and on this episode I share some details about the event and also my thoughts.
Please enjoy!
May 28, 202324:38
MOVIE REVIEW: A SIMPLE LIE

MOVIE REVIEW: A SIMPLE LIE

Biodun Stephen does her thing as usual, this time with a dramatic comedy of lies and secrets that gets exposed and leads to more lies being exposed.

PS. I might be the only person who likes the movie.

Enjoy and share feedback.
Apr 30, 202316:08
#AMVCA9 NOMINATIONS

#AMVCA9 NOMINATIONS

The nomination list for the 9th edition of the African Magic viewers Choice awards was released last week. On this segment I talk about the most popular categories. Enjoy.
Apr 23, 202331:02
PILOT EPISODE: GANGS OF LAGOS REVIEW

PILOT EPISODE: GANGS OF LAGOS REVIEW

A review of Jade Osiberu's most anticipated movie, Gangs of Lagos. Africa's first Amazon prime Original. Casts: Tobi Bakre, Chike, Adesau Etomi etc.
Enjoy!
Apr 19, 202322:15