New Film Blends Comedy, Social Commentary, Fresh Nollywood Vision for Global Audiences, Says Wale Ojo

Nollywood actor, director and producer Wale Ojo has revealed new details about his upcoming film, describing it as a bold mix of comedy, social commentary and a reinvention of Nollywood aimed at audiences beyond Nigeria.

The project, titled This Is Not a Nollywood Movie, marks one of Ojo’s most ambitious works yet as both writer and director.

Speaking in recent interviews, Ojo said the film embraces a playful, unconventional style that combines slapstick humour with sharp cultural reflection.

He described it as a “zany, mad, off-ball comedy” designed to make viewers laugh while still engaging thoughtfully with the quirks and realities of the Nigerian film industry.

According to him, the title itself is tongue-in-cheek—a way of celebrating Nollywood while poking fun at its familiar patterns.

The story follows Okechukwu, a once-promising Igbo filmmaker trying to revive his career after a string of failures. Ojo says the narrative plays with the chaos, ambition and absurdity that often surround creative work in Nollywood, turning real industry experiences into satirical entertainment.

The film features a large ensemble cast, including established stars like Bimbo Akintola and Hanks Anuku, alongside popular contemporary figures such as Shatta Bandle, Broda Shaggi, and several rising actors. Ojo notes that the blend of generations and comedic styles is part of the film’s appeal, bridging classic Nollywood energy with modern internet-age humour.

He also confirmed that the production was executed on what he called a “massive” budget by Nollywood standards. The goal, he said, was to ensure high production quality that could compete on international platforms.

In the same vein, the soundtrack features original music from emerging Afrobeats artistes, further boosting the film’s global flavour.

This Is Not a Nollywood Movie is set for multiple premieres, beginning in Lagos before extending to Ghana, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada and South Africa—reflecting Ojo’s determination to create a film with worldwide resonance.

For Ojo, the project is more than entertainment: it is part of a broader push to reposition Nollywood for global relevance while keeping its cultural richness intact.

He says he wants the film to be a “feel-good tonic” that brings joy, creativity and renewed pride in African storytelling.

The film is expected to attract significant attention upon release, with industry watchers praising its blend of comedy, reinvention and international ambition.