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• In Memory Of Nosa: The Behind The Clouds Star Who Died Tragically

  04-03-2020 15:22 via thenet.ng
  
  Some actors’ characters on the big screen become bigger than their names of birth. Some are simply adored for their talent, while some are adored for their looks. But for some others, it’s both. And MacArthur Fom was one of those.
  Before Ramsey Nouah became Nollywood’s poster loverboy for his good looks which ultimately landed him uncontested movie roles, millions of movie lovers had worshipped the ground Fom walked on.
  Fom was born in Otukpo in Benue State and had his primary
  
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• 2025 Grammy Awards ceremony to hold in Los Angeles despite wildfires

  14-01-2025 11:37 via thenet.ng
  
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  Despite the devastating wildfires that have swept through Los Angeles recently, the 2025 Grammy Awards ceremony, set for February 2 at Crypto.com Arena, will proceed as planned, the Recording Academy has confirmed.The fires, which began on January 7, fueled by fierce Santa Ana winds, have wreaked havoc on many local neighbourhoods. As of January 13, the wildfires co
  
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• ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Smashes Records, Becomes West Africa’s Top-Grossing Film with N1.6bn

  14-01-2025 10:38 via thenet.ng
  
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  Funke Akindele’s latest blockbuster, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has shattered records to become the highest-grossing movie of all time in West Africa, raking in an impressive N1.6 billion just one month after its release. This remarkable achievement has earned the film widespread acclaim and cemented its place in Nollywood history.FilmOne Studios, the distributio
  
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• Darkoo, PSquare, Sampling, Interpolation and our OGs

  13-01-2025 14:44 via thenet.ng
  
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  One of the greatest indicators that we are still immature as an industry is our constant battles with sampling, interpolation and clearing records. Every other day, we see artists come to social media to talk about sampling and the battles they face in clearing records, and fans confidently say things they do not know about sampling, interpolation, record deals and
  
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• Bobrisky Appeals to Burna Boy for Speed Darlington’s Release from Prison

  12-01-2025 10:33 via thenet.ng
  
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  Controversial crossdresser Bobrisky has made a public plea for the release of fellow entertainer Speed Darlington, urging Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy to forgive him and facilitate his freedom. In a series of heartfelt posts on Instagram Sunday, Bobrisky expressed concern over Speed Darlington’s well-being in prison and called for a more lenient punishment.
  
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• ‘I’m underpaid, still struggling to make a living’ – Djimon Hounsou Opens Up About Racism in Hollywood

  11-01-2025 12:52 via thenet.ng
  
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  Djimon Hounsou, the celebrated Beninese American actor, has candidly addressed the racial challenges he has faced throughout his Hollywood career. In an unreleased episode of CNN’s African Voices, the Oscar-nominated actor shared his frustrations with systemic racism in the entertainment industry, revealing how his journey to success has been hindered despite
  
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• Stephen Oluboyo named Nollywood’s highest-grossing writer of 2024

  10-01-2025 21:12 via thenet.ng
  
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  Stephen Oluboyo has emerged as the highest-grossing writer in Nollywood for 2024, according to a report by entertainment company, FilmOne.Oluboyo earned the status thanks to his contributions to films like “Everybody Loves Jennifer,” “Alakada Bad and Boujee,” and “Aburo.”Movie mogul, Funke Akindele, tied with Collins Okoh and Akin
  
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• Showmax to make history by livestreaming Tyla’s homecoming concert

  10-01-2025 14:45 via thenet.ng
  
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  Showmax is breaking new ground as Africa’s first streaming service (SVOD) to livestream a homegrown concert. On 18 January 2025, fans in 44 African countries can watch Grammy-winning Amapiano superstar Tyla perform live from the SunBet Arena, Pretoria, exclusively on Showmax.com.Tyla, the youngest African Grammy winner, will showcase hits from her chart-toppin
  
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• Chance the Rapper and Kirsten Corley Settle Divorce After Nearly 6 Years of Marriage

  10-01-2025 12:18 via thenet.ng
  
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  Chance the Rapper and his estranged wife, Kirsten Corley, have officially settled their divorce, bringing an end to their nearly six-year marriage. The news, confirmed by TMZ, comes after the couple filed documents in Cook County, Illinois last week, informing the court of their agreement.According to the legal documents, Kirsten, who married Chance in December 2018
  
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• 5 Things to Expect as RHOLagos Premieres on Sunday

  10-01-2025 11:47 via thenet.ng
  
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  It is about time for another season of The Real Housewives of Lagos, and fans are anticipating the third season set to air Sunday, 12 January. Prepare to be transported into a world of lavish parties, where designer showdowns are the norm and friendship dynamics are as complex as they are captivating.The housewives will navigate the waters of Lagos high society, jug
  
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• The Underground and The Mainstream; A disconnect needing urgent attention.

  08-01-2025 19:52 via thenet.ng
  
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  In every working system, there’s always some sort of machinery in place that’s not necessarily seen by the public but works tirelessly to make sure the system works. The big companies have their financial auditors and customer care representatives, and the movies have the set designers and make up artists. It’s the same way the music industry has A
  
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• Fido scores first hit single of the year 2025

  08-01-2025 14:45 via thenet.ng
  
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  One of last year’s breakout acts Fido has gone on to score the first hit single of 2025. His recently released single “Joy Is Coming” has gone on to top streaming platforms and also do well on social media, being the sound attached to numerous TikTok videos and Instagram posts. 
  Yesterday, Turntable Charts presented Fido with a plaque to honor
  
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• Fido scores first hit single of 2025

  08-01-2025 14:45 via thenet.ng
  
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  One of last year’s breakout acts Fido has gone on to score the first hit single of 2025. His recently released single “Joy Is Coming” has gone on to top streaming platforms and also do well on social media, being the sound attached to numerous TikTok videos and Instagram posts. 
  Yesterday, Turntable Charts presented Fido with a plaque to honor
  
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• 10 Hollywood Couples Who Got Engaged After Meeting on Set

  07-01-2025 19:57 via thenet.ng
  
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  Hollywood is known for its fairy-tale romances, and sometimes, the magic between co-stars on-screen sparks a real-life connection that leads to marriage. Some of the most beloved couples met while working together, from blockbuster films to popular TV shows. Here are 10 iconic Hollywood couples who got engaged after meeting on set, including some of the biggest name
  
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• Nigerian Box Office Sees 60% Growth, Rakes in N11.5bn in 2024

  07-01-2025 12:10 via thenet.ng
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  The Nigerian film industry has experienced a major leap in growth, with the box office revenue soaring by an impressive 60% in 2024. According to the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), the country’s cinemas earned a record-breaking N11.5 billion from ticket sales this year, compared to N7.2 billion in 2023.In addition to the revenue surge, cinema
  
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• What 2024 taught Afrobeats, and what 2025 holds for us.

  06-01-2025 16:26 via thenet.ng
  
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  2024. In our Afrobeats to the world movement, 2024 has been our most important year so far, in my opinion. Not because we had the most global hits, no. We didn’t. Also not because we turned many African acts into global superstars. We didn’t. It’s been our most important year because it was the year that taught us the most. As an industry, we have
  
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• Kanye West posts nude video of Bianca Censori to mark her 30th birthday

  06-01-2025 14:05 via thenet.ng
  
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  In an unexpected birthday tribute, Kanye West shared an explicit video of his wife, Bianca Censori, to mark her 30th birthday. The footage, posted on Sunday to the rapper’s Instagram, shows Censori in a bathtub, squatting and playfully blushing while mumbling words at the camera. West accompanied the video with a simple but affectionate caption: “Happy b
  
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• Golden Globes 2025: Emilia Perez, The Brutalist, Shogun win big

  06-01-2025 12:50 via thenet.ng
  
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  Last night, the Golden Globes ceremony celebrated powerful performances and groundbreaking storytelling, with Emilia Perez and The Brutalist dominating the film categories and Shogun and Baby Reindeer leading the TV side.Emilia Perez, an operatic musical that tells the captivating story of a Mexican drug lord who undergoes a gender transformation, emerged
  
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• Mercy Aigbe’s ‘Thin Line’ Hits N100 Million at the Box Office

  04-01-2025 12:19 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nigerian actress Mercy Aigbe’s latest film, Thin Line, has hit a major milestone at the box office, raking in a staggering N100 million in total ticket sales. The film, which premiered in cinemas nationwide on December 13, 2024, has become a resounding success, capturing moviegoers’ attention nationwide.Cinemax, the movie’s distribution company, pr
  
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• Meghan Markle previews “With Love, Meghan” on Netflix

  03-01-2025 17:19 via thenet.ng
  
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  Meghan Markle is sending a clear message to her critics in the trailer for her upcoming Netflix series, With Love, Meghan—it’s not about being perfect; it’s about embracing joy. The Duchess of Sussex dropped the teaser for her highly anticipated eight-part lifestyle show just one day after returning to Instagram, promising fans a more personal glim
  
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• Odumodublvck Speaks Out on Nativeland Stage Collapse: “I Didn’t Panic”

  03-01-2025 13:55 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has broken his silence on the dramatic incident at the Nativeland Festival on December 21, 2024, when the stage suddenly collapsed during his performance, causing widespread panic among the crowd.
  In a recent interview with HIPTV, the Afrobeats star revealed his calm and composed reaction during the unsettling moment. Despite the panic s
  
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• The best Nigerian albums of 2024 — the critics’ choice, ranked

  02-01-2025 17:32 via thenet.ng
  
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  2024 was remarkable for Nigerian music as it was a year of musical growth, innovation, and surprises. From Qing Madi’s poignant ballads to Burna Boy’s global bangers, Nigerian artists proved once again that they’re not just dominating; they’re redefining music.
  While singles ruled the night clubs, raves, social gatherings, TikTok, Insta reels
  
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• Don’t Tell People What to Watch,’ Femi Branch Criticizes Cinemas’ ‘Favouritism

  31-12-2024 14:06 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nigerian actor and producer, Femi Branch, has raised serious concerns over what he describes as unfair practices by cinema owners in the country. In a recent Instagram post, the 54-year-old star of both stage and screen called out cinemas for allegedly promoting specific films at the expense of others, further fueling division within the Nigerian film industry. View
  
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• 2Baba, Styl Plus, other legends celebrate 40 Years of DJ Jimmy Jatt’s magic with a night of nostalgic music

  31-12-2024 12:42 via thenet.ng
  
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  Last night, Eko Hotels and Suites became a time machine, transporting a rapturous crowd back to the golden era of Nigerian music in celebration of the iconic DJ Jimmy Jatt.
  The Rewind Concert, organised by YAW Naija, wasn’t just another event; it was a love letter to a time when lyrics actually meant something, Styl Plus was the soundtrack of heartbreak, and D
  
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• I Don’t Love Music, It’s Just a Friend – OdumoduBlvck Opens Up About His Relationship with Music

  31-12-2024 10:59 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nigerian rapper OdumoduBlvck has shared a candid perspective on his relationship with music, revealing that while he doesn’t “love” it, he considers it a reliable friend that rewards the hard work he puts in.In a recent interview, the award-winning artist explained that his success isn’t built on a deep emotional attachment to music, but rath
  
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• I’m BIG7, Stop Comparing Me to Fela Kuti – Burna Boy Tells Fans

  30-12-2024 12:43 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nigerian Music star Burna Boy is setting the record straight regarding ongoing comparisons to Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti. The Grammy-winning artist took to his Instagram story on December 30 to address what he sees as a persistent issue, telling fans and critics alike to stop linking him to the iconic Fela.In a bold statement, Burna Boy made it clear: “I’
  
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• Seven Doors (The Series): A Round of Applause

  29-12-2024 20:53 via thenet.ng
  
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  Being a movie critic means that friends get to call me every now and then for advice on which movie is best to see and which isn’t. No one wants to waste 2hrs of their time on some random cinema nonsense, so, if they can avoid it, they certainly will. Usually, I am brutally honest in my movie reviews, especially with Nollywood, thus, it came as a shock when a
  
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• DJ JIMMY JATT TO CELEBRATE 40YEARS ON STAGE WITH REWIND CONCERT IN LAGOS

  29-12-2024 17:15 via thenet.ng
  
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  This December, the iconic on-air personality Yaw will join forces with the legendary Cool DJ Jimmy Jatt to present an unforgettable night of nostalgia and music. The Rewind ‘A Flashback’ Concert is set to take place on Monday, December 30th, 2024, at Eko Hotel & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.The star-studded concert will bring together some of Niger
  
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• Tiwa Savage Hints at Retirement After Next Album: “I Am Tired, I Don Try”

  28-12-2024 12:48 via thenet.ng
  
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  Nigerian sensation Tiwa Savage has dropped a bombshell that has left fans buzzing. The 44-year-old award-winning singer hinted at retiring from music after the release of her upcoming studio album.Taking to her Instagram story on Saturday morning, Savage revealed her exhaustion, saying: “This might be my last studio album. I am tired, I don try.”While sh
  
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• BAP’s ‘Dear Kaffi’ Returns, Takes Lagosians Into The New Year

  28-12-2024 12:33 via thenet.ng
  
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  As Nigerians continue to soak in the myriad of entertaining activities to wind down the year, Dear Kaffi, a captivating story about love and society, has returned to the scintillating stage of Terra Kulture Arena to add to the yuletide fun.The play, directed by the acclaimed Queen of theatre in Nigeria, Bolanle Austen-Peters, returned to the stage on Thursday, Decem
  
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