Lateef Adedimeji and his wife, Mo Bimpe, one of Nollywood’s beloved couples, recently launched their highly anticipated movie Lisabi, igniting excitement throughout Lagos for the premiere. The red carpet event took place on the evening of September 25 at the renowned Filmhouse Cinema in City Mall, Lekki, attracting significant buzz in the entertainment scene.
The night was a star-studded affair, featuring appearances from Nollywood icons such as Odunlade Adekola, Femi Adebayo, Toyin Abraham, Itele, and Ibrahim Chatta, all showcasing their stunning outfits and contributing to a remarkable display of Nollywood excellence.
A standout moment occurred when Lateef Adedimeji took the microphone in front of a packed audience of colleagues, friends, and fans. He spoke candidly, expressing his heartfelt gratitude for their support. However, he also took an unexpected emotional turn, bowing his head low and sincerely apologizing to anyone he may have unintentionally hurt during the making of Lisabi.
His openness caught everyone off guard as he acknowledged that the pursuit of perfection can sometimes lead to misunderstandings. Despite this, he reassured everyone that every challenge faced was worthwhile, proudly proclaiming that Lisabi was a creation to be celebrated. His genuine apology resonated with the audience, who responded with cheers, filled with admiration for his honesty and dedication to his craft.
Netflix has confirmed that ‘Lisabi: The Uprising’ will debut on September 27, 2024, with its sequel, ‘Lisabi: A Legend is Born,’ set to release in January 2025.
Laterf revealed that the budget for ‘Lisabi: The Uprising’ is N400 million.