Nigerian Afrobeat singer Tiwa Savage has announced her first movie, “Water and Garri,” in collaboration with Prime Video, causing a buzz online.
The movie is set to be released in over 240 countries worldwide, marking a significant venture for the music star into the film industry.
Sharing the exciting news on her Instagram page, Tiwa Savage described the project as one of the most adventurous and fulfilling things she has done, highlighting that it took two years to come to fruition. The movie, directed by Meji Alabi and shot in Cape Coast, Ghana, features Tiwa Savage in the lead role alongside actors Mike Afolarin and Jemima Osunde.
“Water and Garri” tells the story of Aisha (played by Tiwa Savage), an ambitious fashion designer returning home after 10 years in the U.S. The narrative explores themes of sc@rs and g¥ilt, showcasing African stories in an inviting light.
However, the announcement of Tiwa Savage’s movie comes amid recent drama between her and fellow artist Davido. Tiwa’s ex-husband, Tee Billz, publicly called out Davido for disrespecting their family, leading to a series of social media exchanges. Fans are now questioning whether the drama was a publicity stunt for Tiwa Savage’s movie release.
Some social media users expressed skepticism about the timing of the movie announcement, suggesting that the recent conflicts with Davido might have been orchestrated for publicity. While others congratulated Tiwa Savage on her new project, there is speculation and curiosity about the connection between the drama and the movie release.
As the entertainment saga continues, fans and industry watchers are left wondering if the tension between Tiwa Savage and Davido was indeed part of a strategic PR move or if the movie announcement is an independent development in the artist’s career.
