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Femi Branch Shines in Netflix’s “House of Ga’a”
Ace Nollywood actor Femi Branch is currently in the spotlight for his standout performance in the Netflix original “House of Ga’a.” Branch’s portrayal of the main character, Bashorun Ga’a, has garnered reactions from colleagues, friends, and Nigerians alike. In an interview with Sunday Scoop, Branch discussed his role in the movie, the evolution of Nollywood, and the influx of new talent in the industry. He emphasized the need to prioritize talent and skill over appearance in casting decisions, stating, “The growth of Nollywood over the last few years has been exponential. The influx of new talents has been on a steady rise. But there is the need to pick talents over good looks.”
Branch also shared the challenges of playing Bashorun Ga’a, a real-life figure whose family and friends would be watching his performance. He described the rigorous preparation required, saying, “I had to die for two months so Ga’a could come alive.” His dedication to the role has been widely recognized, with various celebrities praising his work.
Among those who reacted to Branch’s performance was singer Adekunle Gold, who expressed his admiration in a post on X. Additionally, Grammy award winner Burna Boy created a buzz after endorsing Femi Adebayo’s movie “Jagun Jagun” in a viral video. While hanging out with Asake, Burna Boy revealed his love for the movie, humorously explaining that this was why he emulated the character Ogundiji.
Popular Nigerian streamer, Carter Efe, has expressed excitement after singer Davido gifted him ₦20 million.
It will be recalled that the singer recently appeared on Carter Efe’s show, where his appearance alone broke records. Following the show, Davido promised to gift the streamer ₦20 million—a promise he later fulfilled.
Carter Efe made the announcement on social media, confirming that the money had been received. “Yeeeee Davido 20 million naira, I don die,” he wrote.
Afrobeats singers and celebrity couple, Simi and Adekunle Gold, have announced that they are expecting their second child.
The news was revealed in a music video by Adekunle Gold, which featured his family. The couple later took to social media to share the video, sparking excitement among fans and loved ones, who flooded the comment section with congratulatory messages.
Movie lovers are excited this December, not just because of the holidays but because of the major movie releases happening this year. While Stranger Things Season 5 continues to generate buzz, here are some notable movies released in 2025 that fans are talking about:
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Avatar: Fire and Ash (December 19, 2025)
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Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (May 23, 2025)
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The Running Man (November 7, 2025)
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TRON: Ares (October 10, 2025)
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Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (December 5, 2025)
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Troll 2 (December 1, 2025)
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The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants (December 19, 2025)
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Anaconda (December 25, 2025)
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The Housemaid (December 25, 2025)
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Oh. What. Fun. (December 3, 2025)
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