We’re making African films, not just Nollywood - Zubby Michael on role in LilWin’s movie

Nollywood actor Zubby Michael has stated that what excites him most about starring in Ghanaian filmmaker Kwadwo Nkansah (LilWin)'s upcoming film is the opportunity to be part of a project that unites Ghana and Nigeria. Speaking to GhanaWeb upon his arrival in Ghana to commence filming, the actor described the collaboration as a major step forward for the continent’s movie industry, saying it goes beyond Nollywood. “What excites me about this project is the fact that we are doing an African movie. Nigeria and Ghana coming together is something big. It’s bigger than Nollywood; now we are doing African movies,” he said. Why I accepted LilWin’s ‘A Journey to Africa’ movie role – Kanayo O. Kanayo explains According to Zubby Michael, the collaboration reflects the growth of the African film industry as filmmakers continue to expand their reach and ambitions. “We are proceeding, we are expanding, we are escalating. The next part now is that we merge Nollywood, African film and Hollywood. That’s the target,” he added. When asked whether the film, ‘A Journey to Africa’, marks his first Ghanaian production, the actor dismissed the assertion, saying he has worked in Ghana before and has a deep affection for the country. “I’ve been here before. I love it. Ghana is our second home. Love and love and love… that’s why I’m here,” he said. Zubby Michael is among several Nigerian actors who have arrived in Ghana to feature in LilWin’s ‘A Journey to Africa’, a film that seeks to strengthen collaboration between Ghana’s film industry and Nollywood. @theghanaweb What excites me most about this project is coming together to create something bigger for African cinema,” - Nollywood actor, Zuby Michael shares his excitement about joining Kwadwo Nkansah LilWin’s upcoming film, A Journey to Africa, upon his arrival in Ghana. #ghanawebtv #ghanaweb #ghanatiktok🇬🇭 ♬ original sound - GhanaWeb PAT/EBSource: www.ghanaweb.com
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