The Nigerian cinematographic powers Mo Abudu and Funke Akindele have obtained an important international acclamation, ensuring positions in the estimated list of “more influential women in the international film” of the Hollywood Reporter.
The prestigious magazine recognized 46 extraordinary women around the world for their remarkable impact on the global film industry.
In his announcement on Friday, May 9, The Hollywood Reporter highlighted the current struggle for equity in the entertainment world, noting that progress is still fragile in several regions.
The magazine emphasized the critical importance of celebrating these 46 global leaders in the midst of these challenges.
The Mo Abudu profile, the British-Nigerian founder of Ebonylife Media, the Hollywood report stressed his multifaceted contributions, from producing local box office successes such as the wedding party and Òlòtūré until he forged global associations with the transmission of Giants Netflix and Sony.
The magazine also highlighted its recent launch of the Afro Film Fund of $ 50 million in 2024 and the next Ebonylife Place London, a programmed cultural center to open by the end of the year.
Abudu's advice for young women, as cited by the publication, is “staying focused, being authentic and finding their own voice.” Its inclusion underlines its fundamental role in the amplification of African narratives and the promotion of international collaborations.
When he turned on Funke Akindele, The Hollywood Reporter celebrated his various talents as actor, writer, director and producer. Known for its Nollywood record productions, the magazine specifically mentioned its 2024 Nigerian box office success, everyone loves Jenifa (the third installment in its popular comedy franchise), as a testimony of its integral creative approach.
As CEO of the Funke Akindele (FAAN) network, defends authentic Nigerian stories and defenders to control their representation, stating: “It is about possessing and enhancing our narrative.”
Overwhelmed by gratitude, Funke Akindele shared his sincere appreciation on his Instagram page, reflecting on the deep meaning of this global recognition.
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