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Nollywood doesn’t have to change identity to go global
CultureNollywood film industry
Nigerian actor and filmmaker Ibrahim Yekini (Itele D Icon) thinks Nollywood can appeal to global audiences by embracing indigenous stories and quality storytelling.
Itele D Icon's film Koleoso has had 141.6 million combined views on YouTube, reinforcing his belief in the power of indigenous Nigerian stories.
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Key Takeaways
- Nollywood can go global without changing its identity
- Itele D Icon urges Nigerian filmmakers to focus on indigenous stories
- He believes quality storytelling is key to global appeal
- Changing Nollywood's identity is not necessary for global success
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Expected Outcomes
- Potential increase in global recognition for Nollywood
Why It Matters
Nollywood's global success could promote Nigerian culture and storytelling
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- 14h agoPunch Newspapers: Actor Ibrahim Yekini, aka Itele D Icon, says Nollywood should embrace indigenous stories and quality storytelling to appeal to global audien
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