Movies

Ben South reveals he spent GH¢60,000 on new movie ‘24’

Ghanaian skit maker and filmmaker Ben South has revealed that he spent about GH¢60,000 on the production of his upcoming movie titled 24. Speaking on...

I’m fighting for the next generation of actors – Gloria Sarfo

Award-winning Ghanaian actress Gloria Sarfo has vowed to continue advocating for change in the country’s struggling film industry. Speaking on Daybreak Hitz, the outspoken actress...

BSIFF 2025 highlights Ghana’s cinematic potential and global opportunities

The tenth edition of the Black Star International Film Festival (BSIFF) concluded on Sunday, September 28, celebrating Ghana’s vibrant film industry and its potential...

Ghanaians have stories that can travel globally – British-Chinese filmmaker

British-Chinese filmmaker Chee Keong Cheung, known for his work on Redcon-1 and Bodyguard, has praised Ghanaian and African cinema for its wealth of talent...

We must build our own lane, not just admire others – Aba Arthur

Ghanaian-American actress Aba Arthur, known for her role in Wakanda Forever, has urged local filmmakers to focus on building Ghana’s film industry instead of...

NFA announces plan to organise National Film Awards

Chairman of the National Film Authority (NFA), Ivan Quashigah, has revealed plans to introduce a national award scheme dedicated to the Ghanaian film industry. Speaking...

You need to be tough to survive – Piesie Esther advises upcoming gospel musicians

Ghanaian gospel music sensation Piesie Esther has urged aspiring and young gospel musicians to prepare for the challenges of the industry. Speaking to Joy Prime’s...

“It wasn’t a blanket ban” – Segun Arinze clarifies Nigeria’s advertising directive on foreigners

Nollywood actor Segun Arinze has dismissed claims that Nigeria has banned foreign models and voice-over artists from its advertising space. Arinze, who is President of...

‘It’s about talent, not fine faces’ – Kanayo slams YouTube Nollywood trend

Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has voiced strong concerns about the direction of the Nigerian movie industry, especially on YouTube, where he says casting...

Leila Djansi to lead networking mixer for film crew on September 14

Award-winning Ghanaian-American filmmaker Leila Djansi and Ghanaian film producer Ludwig Mawuli Agbezuhlor will host a networking mixer for film industry professionals on Sunday, September...

I am a love ‘aplanke’ – Uncle Ebo Whyte on why his plays are love-centred

Renowned playwright and CEO of Roverman Productions, Uncle Ebo Whyte, has explained why love remains the central theme in most of his plays, noting...

YouTube will soon collapse – Leila Djansi warns filmmakers

Ghanaian-American filmmaker Leila Djansi has cautioned filmmakers against relying on YouTube as a primary distribution platform, describing it as unproductive and unreliable. Speaking on Hitz...

LEGACY AFRICA premieres in Accra: A bold call for youth to redefine leadership

The much-anticipated film LEGACY AFRICA premiered in Accra on Friday, August 29, 2025, with simultaneous screenings at Silverbird Cinema inside the Accra Mall and...

Nana Ama McBrown undergoes fifth surgery, appeals for prayers as she recovers

Renowned Ghanaian actress and TV presenter Nana Ama McBrown has revealed the reason behind her recent absence from television. In a live TikTok session, McBrown...

Actor Jeffrey Nortey sparks conversation on fibroids with emotional skit

Actor and content creator Jeffrey Nortey is once again using his craft to spark important conversations around women's reproductive health. In his latest skit, which...

Tyler Perry didn’t wake up to that level of support; he built it by serving his audience – Leila Djansi

Ghanaian-American filmmaker Leila Djansi has joined the ongoing conversation about support for Ghanaian films, urging her peers to reflect on community engagement, humility, and...

I want to ‘kill’ all television stations showing unauthorised movies – Shirley Frimpong-Manso

Ghanaian film producer Shirley Frimpong-Manso has strongly condemned television stations that air unauthorised films, describing the act as not only criminal but deeply hurtful...

Shirley Frimpong-Manso bemoans Ghana’s hype for Tyler Perry’s ‘Straw’

Tyler Perry’s latest movie did not only gain traction in Hollywood—it created a global wave that swept through Ghana as well. Many Ghanaian movie lovers,...

Tyler Perry faces $260 million lawsuit over alleged sexual assault by actor

Hollywood powerhouse Tyler Perry has been hit with a $260 million lawsuit by actor Derek Dixon, who alleges a pattern of sexual harassment, assault and professional retaliation...

Kofi Adjorlolo discloses he wanted to be a musician, not an actor

Veteran Ghanaian actor Kofi Adjorlolo has opened up about his true passion, revealing that he originally dreamed of becoming a musician—not an actor. Speaking on...

Acting in US Law & Order series was my biggest deal – KSM

Renowned Ghanaian comedian and filmmaker, Kwaku Sintim Misa (KSM), has revealed that his biggest breakthrough as an actor was landing a role in the...

KSM says Ghana’s film industry lacks the right ‘recipe’ to succeed

Renowned Ghanaian comedian and filmmaker, Kwaku Sintim Misa, popularly known as KSM, has shared his thoughts on the current state of the Ghanaian film...

Non-US movies to be hit with 100% tariffs – Trump

US President Donald Trump says he will hit movies made in foreign countries with 100% tariffs, as he ramps up trade disputes with nations...

Kafui Danku, Sam George address Bimbo Ademoye’s copyright concerns

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Film Authority (NFA), Kafui Danku, and the Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Sam George, have...

Socrate Safo commends NFA for continuing film classification efforts

Former Chairman of the Classification Committee of the National Film Authority (NFA), Socrate Safo, has highlighted the significant work his team undertook in classifying...

Idris Elba meets President Mahama at the Jubilee House [Photos]

Renowned British filmmaker and actor Idris Elba has proposed a partnership with the government to establish an ultra-modern film and creative village on a...

Fame hasn’t made me rich – Veteran actor opens up on financial reality

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has revealed that despite his decades-long career in the film industry, fame has not translated into wealth for him. Speaking...

Jide Kosoko claims some actresses use sex-for-roles to gain fame

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has addressed the ongoing debate about sex-for-roles in the Nigerian film industry, asserting that some actresses intentionally engage in...

Netflix to raise prices as new subscribers soar

Netflix will raise prices across a number of countries after adding nearly 19 million subscribers in the final months of 2024. The streaming firm said...

Bollywood superstar on why he secretly quit films

Bollywood superstar, Aamir Khan is known for some of India's most popular films, including Lagaan and 3 Idiots. So great is his appeal, that he...

Hilda Ama Braso’s ‘Stuck32hrs’ shines at African Cinema Summit

Ghanaian actress, producer, and screenwriter Hilda Ama Braso is capturing hearts in African cinema, with her debut feature film, Stuck32hrs, gaining remarkable recognition at...

How Arnold Schwarzenegger became the bad guy in The Terminator

The Terminator was released 40 years ago, on 26 October 1984. James Cameron's science-fiction thriller turned its star into one of the biggest Hollywood...

Zylofon’s fold-up didn’t affect my acting career – Benedicta Gafah

Ghanaian actress Benedicta Gafah has said that the collapse of Zylofon Media had no effect on her acting career. Benedicta who was signed to Zylofon...

Tarzan star Ron Ely dies aged 86

US actor Ron Ely, best known for playing the role of Tarzan in the 1960s television show of the same name, has died aged...

How 1984’s The Terminator predicted our AI fears

Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, the 1984 blockbuster The Terminator has become synonymous with the dangers of superintelligent machines. But it "helps and hinders" our understanding...

Look beyond Netflix – Idris Elba tells African filmmakers

Renowned British actor and producer Idris Elba has urged African filmmakers to diversify their distribution channels and look beyond popular streaming platforms such as...

Idris Elba to headline Ghana’s Africa Cinema Summit

Idris Elba has signed on to headline the National Film Authority of Ghana’s second annual Africa Cinema Summit, set to run from October 7...

Terminator creator James Cameron joins board of AI company

Filmmaker James Cameron has joined the board of directors of artificial intelligence (AI) firm StabilityAI, 40 years after making a film about its risks. In...

Reviving Ghana’s film industry: A call for government support and creative innovation

For decades, Ghana’s movie industry stood proudly as one of the most vibrant and influential in Africa. From the days of classic productions like Love...

Amerado hasn’t promoted music video we did together as agreed – Highlife musician Chairman K

Highlife musician Chairman K has expressed disappointment over rapper Amerado Burner’s delay in promoting their joint music video for Otan Hunu, which has been...