Big Love (2023 film)
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| Directed by | Biodun Stephen |
| Written by | Biodun Stephen |
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| Distributed by | Inkblot Productions |
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| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
Big Love is a 2023 Nigerian romantic family drama written and directed by Biodun Stephen and marks the first collaboration between Biodun Stephen and Inkblot Productions.[1] Released in cinemas nationwide on 28 June 2023, the film stars Bimbo Ademoye, Timini Egbuson, Teniola Aladese, Jaiye Kuti, Shaffy Bello and others.[2] It was shot in Lagos State and depicts modern-day Lagos life.[1]
Synopsis
Big Love tells the story of Adil, a young man who is so passionate about his dreams and chasing them squarely, and Adina, an independent lady who is also really focused on making ends meet at a graduate trainee camp. The two soon begin to fall in love and start building a relationship together, which later becomes threatened by Adina's fears and a secret.[3]
Cast
- Timini Egbuson as Adil
- Bimbo Ademoye as Adina
- Shafy Bello as Kafil
- Jaiye Kuti as Kareema
- Seyi Awolowo as Lade
- Kalu Ikeagwu as Bako
- Teniola Aladese as Kareen
- Gbohunmi Adedayo as event planner
- Adediwura Adesegha as official
- Femi Adisloba as restaurant staff
- Desmond Agbo as panel official
- Elvictor Emmanuel as waiter
- Abiola Azeez as Nanny
- Koleosho Hismaheel as Soft
- Ronke Ojo as deaconess
- Ossy Joseph as John
- Isioma Mordi as fabric store assistant
- Deza the Great as Amir
- Jedida Jo James as Jayden
- Jennifer Ugokwe as panel official
- Malvin Joseph as panel official
Release and achievement
Following its release on 28 June 2023, Big Love made a significant impact at the Nigerian box office, becoming the highest-grossing Nollywood film at the time, earning over ₦20 million in less than a week.[4] The film outperformed Hollywood counterparts such as Transformers: Rise of the Beasts and The Flash at the box office.[5][6]
References
- ^ a b "Bimbo Ademoye, Timini Egbuson tug at your heartstrings in 'Big Love'". Pulse Nigeria. 2023-05-12. Retrieved 2023-07-09.
- ^ BellaNaija.com (2023-05-13). "Watch Bimbo Ademoye & Timini Egbuson Fall in Love Again in Upcoming Romantic Drama "Big Love" | Teaser". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2023-07-09.
- ^ "Inkblot Productions tap Stephen for new film, Big Love". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2023-02-01. Retrieved 2023-07-09.
- ^ a b "'Big Love' displaces 'Transformers', 'The Flash', nears ₦20 million". Pulse Nigeria. 2023-07-05. Retrieved 2023-07-09.
- ^ YNaija (2023-07-05). "Nollywood's Big Love Triumphs at Box Office, Outshines Hollywood Hits » YNaija". YNaija. Retrieved 2023-07-09.
- ^ "Inkblot's 'Big Love' Emerges No1 Nollywood Movie - THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2023-07-09.