Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has encouraged upcoming filmmakers not to give up on their dreams as she celebrates a historic achievement with her upcoming movie, The Four: No One Fights Alone. The actress announced that the film will premiere in the UK on November 29 at ODEON Luxe Leicester Square in London, becoming the first Nollywood movie to debut at the 791-seat venue.
In a post on X on Monday, Funke Akindele said one of the things that meant the most to her was inspiring young creatives who looked at her journey and believed they could achieve similar success. She urged upcoming Nollywood filmmakers to remain committed to their dreams and expressed hope that the industry’s progress would create opportunities for them to tell their own stories.
The filmmaker described the achievement as a product of hard work and dedication, adding that it was only the beginning for the Nigerian film industry. She also thanked her cast, crew, fans and supporters for their encouragement. The Four: No One Fights Alone is scheduled for nationwide cinema release on December 11.
