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Superstar (2015 film)

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Superstar is a Nollywood movie produced and directed by US born Nigerian producer Toni Abulu, the CEO of Black Ivory Limited, an entertainment company with over 30 years experience in film making.[1] The movie shows a story of a Nigerian artist (Tekno) who struggles in the Nigerian music industry.[2] The film premiered on June 5, 2015 courtesy of Silverbird Distributions.[3][4] The film features Nigerian young artist Tekno and Iyanya which make it there first time acting on a TV show.[1][5]

Overview

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Tekno (as Modele or Dele) and his friend (his manager, Ovie) in the movie have dropped out from the university in order to pursue a music career. He has to undergo a lot of obstacles starting from his family who do not agree on the idea of a music career. Tekno came across an opportunity to present a mixtape to an American producer who is searching for young talents in Nigeria.[1] Toyin Aimakhu was brought in the movie as Tekno's mother and it was her first time acting an English speaking role in a film.[6][7]

Cast

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The main characters in the movie are:[1]

  • Tekno (as Modele or Dele)
  • Ovie as Ushebebe
  • Toyin Aimakhu
  • Steph Nora Okere

References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Celebs Dazzle In Abulu's Superstar". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 23 May 2015. Retrieved 5 November 2021.
  2. ^ "Nollywood meets performers in Superstar". Vanguard News. 29 May 2015. Retrieved 4 November 2021.
  3. ^ "Top Nigerian Artistes Dazzle in Superstar". This Day. 29 May 2015. Archived from the original on 4 November 2021. Retrieved 25 July 2023 – via PressReader.
  4. ^ "Watch AY, Iyanya, Tekno, Jide Kosoko in trailer for upcoming film". Pulse Nigeria. 11 May 2015. Retrieved 5 November 2021.
  5. ^ Ade-Unuigbe, Adesola (4 June 2015). "Iyanya and Tekno Make Acting Debut Alongside AY, Toyin Aimakhu, Jide Kosoko & More in "Superstar" | Watch the Trailer". BellaNaija. Retrieved 5 November 2021.
  6. ^ "The Mother of Parliaments", A History of the English Speaking Peoples, Cassell & Company Ltd, 1956, doi:10.5040/9781472582348.ch-017, ISBN 978-1-4725-8234-8, retrieved 5 November 2021
  7. ^ "5 Movies Featuring Toyin Aimakhu You Probably Haven't Seen – How Nigeria News". howng.com. Retrieved 5 November 2021.