Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro has announced an upcoming movie collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy.
Speaking on a podcast, the actress shared that the new project is an adventure film featuring three major languages: English, Yoruba, and French.
“It’s an adventure film that takes us through French-speaking countries, from Nigeria to Côte d’Ivoire and Benin. I absolutely love it. The cast includes Wale Ojo, myself, and actresses from Côte d’Ivoire. I’m also a producer on this project, alongside Burna Boy. I’m incredibly proud of this film,” she said.
3 cold dishes.
Osas Ighodaro announces she is co-producing a film with Burna Boy. pic.twitter.com/wD83x6yXj0
— @ (@OneJoblessBoy) December 8, 2024
The film, titled 3 Cold Dishes, is scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2025.
Osas Ighodaro, known for her compelling performances in movies like Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story, has built a reputation for her versatility as an actress. She was the highest-grossing Nollywood actress in 2018 and won the AMVCA award for Best Actress in a Drama in both 2022 and 2023 for her roles in Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story and Man of God, respectively.
This collaboration also marks Burna Boy’s first venture into Nollywood, sparking excitement among fans eager to see the Afrobeat star explore a new artistic path.
The project, with its synopsis still under wraps, is rumored to delve into themes of revenge.
This collaboration highlights a rising trend in Nollywood, where cross-industry partnerships are reshaping storytelling and paving the way for distinctive projects that resonate with both local and international audiences.
