Muyiwa Ademola Reveals He Spent Over N400 Million on New Cinema Movie ‘Ori’

Renowned Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Muyiwa Ademola, has revealed that he invested over N400 million in the production of his first-ever cinema movie, ‘Ori’, set to debut in April.

The celebrated actor, known for his storytelling prowess in the Yoruba film industry, made this disclosure in a recent interview, where he also appealed to Nigerians for support.

“I have spent millions, like over N400 million, investing in my new movie. You will love it and enjoy it. I need to make back my money. I need to make money, I need profit.

If you watched the first ‘Ori’ and didn’t enjoy it, don’t watch this one.”

A Huge Investment in Nigerian Cinema

Muyiwa Ademola’s revelation has sparked reactions from fans and industry insiders. N400 million is a staggering amount, even by Nollywood standards, raising curiosity about the scale and quality of the upcoming film.

For context, some of Nollywood’s biggest box office hits, such as ‘The Wedding Party’ and ‘Brotherhood’, were produced with budgets significantly lower than this figure. This suggests that ‘Ori’ is set to be a grand cinematic experience, potentially featuring top-tier production quality, compelling storytelling, and an exceptional cast.

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Nollywood has been evolving, with bigger budgets and higher production values becoming the norm. However, the industry still faces challenges in marketing, distribution, and box office returns. Muyiwa Ademola’s success will depend not only on the film’s quality but also on how well it is promoted and received by audiences.

His direct appeal for support is a smart move, given that word-of-mouth and audience turnout are crucial in Nollywood’s box office success. If ‘Ori’ lives up to expectations, it could set a new benchmark for indigenous films and solidify Ademola’s legacy as both a visionary actor and a filmmaker.

With its April release approaching, all eyes are now on ‘Ori’—can it justify its N400 million investment and become a Nollywood blockbuster? Time will tell.