THE STARS DAZZLE AT THE PREMIERE OF 'DAMAGE'!

Plenty of Star Power was on parade on the red carpet, at the premiere of Uche Jombo's movie, 'Damage'. Nollywood was well represented as many came together to support their 'girl' at the premiere of her new movie. Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, Stella Damasus, Tonto Dikeh, Ini Edo,Daniel and Doris Ademinikan, Omoni Oboli, Blessing Effiom-Egbe, Funke Akindele, Yul Edochie, Queen Okoye, Ali Nuhu and the list goes on! Royal Arts Academy provided alot of logistical and moral support.Enjoy some lovely pics from the event!

The Premiere of the film, 'Kiss and Tell' has come and gone but it is one that will not go away anytime soon in memories of those who attended.

The event started at about 5pm with photographs being taken on the Red Carpet set at the Rotunda of Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island, Lagos.Stars present that rocked the house were Uche Jombo, Chioma Chukwuka-Akpotha, Joe Benjamin, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Brian Okwara, O.C.Ukeje, Kalu Ikeagwu, Stephanie Okereke,Enyinna Nwigwe, Susan Peters and several others. It was a mixing and mingling of personalities from the corporate world like Shell, Diamond bank, Zenith bank, RAA staff, student and alumni as well as Government officials. They all mingled with several talents from Nollywood such as veteran producers , directors; Mahmood AliBalogun, Zik Zulu Okafor, Fred Amata, Sam Dede etc and upcoming talents like Uru Eke, Chelsea Eze, Beverly Naya, Bryan Okwarra etc. Ofcourse also present were hosts Monalisa Chinda and Emem Isong seeing to it that everything worked out okay. Popular Television stations (which were well represented) were MNET's JARA tv show, Nollywood Movies on Sky UK, STV, Nigezie, Galaxy TV to name a few and various print media such as Genevieve Magazine, Wow! City People etc.

While this was going on there were cocktails, small chops on hand to quench rumbling stomachs and parched throats! This lasted till about 8pm when guests were ushered upstairs to watch the much anticipated movie, 'Kiss and Tell. After the crowd was treated to a couple of upcoming trailers the movie proper started. A hush fell over the hall as all were sucked into the story between Iyke and Delphine (characters played by Monalisa and Joesph Benjamin. I tell you, a new Nollywood hunk has been born! Joe Benjamin is the shiznit! lol! Antics from Nse Ikpe Etim, Desmond Elliot,Uche Jombo and ofcourse Monalisa Chinda added the cherry to the cake! The movie ended to thunderous applause and all let the hall with their 'Kiss and Tell' goodie bags. Executive producer, Monalisa Chinda could not contain her emotions, close to tears she said; 'I am so overwhelmed at the turn out! People standing... many sitting on the floor just to get a glimpse of the movie! God is truly awesome. Emem Isong was also of like mind; 'All I can say is God is indeed great! We have been surprised beyond measure. I just want to thank everyone for coming and enjoin those that couldn't catch it to go watch it when it comes out in the cinemas'. Selected guests then went on to the After party at high brow club,'The Marque' at the Mega Plaza Complex where they danced into the wee hours of the morning!

'Kiss and Tell' continues to run in cinemas from the 1st of July 2011 at all Silverbird Cinemas nationwide. A recommended Must watch! Enjoy more pics!

DALLAS PREMIERE OF HOLDING HOPE ROCKS!

Dallas - A remarkable Nollywood movie “Holding Hope” was premiered in Dallas, Texas; courtesy of Nkiruka Entertainment, Townkrier.com, and Golden Icons. Testimonial comments at the Red Carpet Premiere of this movie by the Royal Arts Academy cast members, who flew in all the way from Lagos, Nigeria, described everything about the event as classy, different, nice, and excellent. Based on such positive comments and feedback, it was not a surprise to witness the VIP section of the theater being SOLD OUT. It was also nice to see that this wonderful production “Holding Hope” was packed with intrigue, excitement, and entertainment scenes, which left the fans in a delighted state.

The overall aftermath of the Premiere of “Holding Hope” in Dallas left the city with the beginning of good things to come. The African community in Dallas came out in droves to support their own stars. It also appeared like the timing of this premiere was planned – as it coincided with the birthday of one of the Executive Directors “Emem Isong”, and a surprise birthday cake was presented to her at the hosts, Ifeoma Nkiru’s family house.

Upon our arrival at the “Studio Movie Grill” theater, the press along with the fans and guests were already waiting outside to welcome the Nollywood Stars with their Canon and Nikon flash lights. Desmond stepped out with a big smile, while shaking his fans in his shinning-custom Italian cut suit. Uche Jombo, Emem Isong, Rukky Sanda, and their invited friends were all looking gorgeous and slick in their glamorous evening dresses as well.

Jessica Isiguzor aka J.I, the Nollywood Movie “Rebound” Lead actress was also present at the premiere. Another guest of honor that accompanied the Nollywood stars to the event was Julie Odia, the publisher of WOW magazine, who was also present to show her support and love to the cast of Holding Hope. Uche Jombo is currently featured on the front cover of the latest Wow magazine. The after party followed immediately at the upscale West Quarter Lounge.

BURSTING OUT & 'HOLDING HOPE'... How it all went!

T'was a super-star studded affair! We had stars from the music industry, film world, comedy scene .... suffice to say it was very well attened! Roll call read like a who is who in the entertainment yellow pages. Genevieve Nnaji, Stella Damasus, Sammy Okposo, Monalisa Chinda, Zik Zulu Okafor, Susan Peters, Nadia Buari and Majid Michel flew in all the way from Ghana...and ofcourse the hosts, Emem Isong, Desmond Elliot and Uche Jombo.... the turn out was awesome with many having to be turned back! Those that were opportuned to enter to see the movies, had to contend with others that were standing and many more sitting on the aisle! It was amazing! The event started with the Red Carpet event, interviews by press from both local and international TV stations. Cocktails and small chops were on hand for interested guests.Then at about 7pm the screening started and many were engulfed in the humorous chick flick that is Bursting Out. Immediately after, the screening of Holding Hope began. It was a heart wrenching, tear-jerker that left many in tears. Guests then left with their goodie bags.

WIN THE CHANCE TO ATTEND THE 'HOLDING HOPE' PREMIERE!

Its no longer news that the premiere of the much anticipated movies 'Holding Hope' & 'Bursting Out' are going on a 7 city, 4 country tour but what is news is that you can have to opportunity to attend in the city near you where it is taking place! The cities are Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Accra, London, New York and Houston.

To get the chance to attend, answer this simple question; 'What's the name of the All- star film where Uche Jombo acted, that can be said to be her breakout role in Nollywood?' The person with the correct answer will get to attend the star-studded premiere, walk the Red Carpet, meet & greet and take pictures with the Stars including Uche Jombo among many others present at the event. The lucky winner will be featured on our site for all to see. So what are you waiting for? Get those keyboards clicking! Send your entries to The Editor,Nollywooduncut.com email: dreamflite@gmail.com The competition starts today and ends on the 6th of August. Participants should add their email addresses and phone numbers for contact.

*This competition is open to people all over the world but the winner will be responsible for getting his/herself to the city where the premiere is taking place.