Nollywood actor and rising filmmaker Lateef Adedimeji has taken to Instagram to reflect on his career journey as he prepares for the release of his latest movie, ‘Lisabi – The Uprising’, which is set to premiere on Netflix on September 27th.
The film, a Netflix original, is a significant milestone in Lateef’s career, marking his transition from supporting roles to leading an ensemble cast in a major production.
In his Instagram post, Lateef shared the movie’s trailer and reflected on his journey, stating,
I went from being the boy backstage to leading a galaxy of stars in bringing you this masterpiece.”
He hinted at the challenges faced during production but chose to focus on the positives, saying, “Today is about counting my blessings.”
Lateef also gave fans a glimpse of the movie’s theme, emphasizing the importance of freedom and the sacrifices made by heroes to secure it. He wrote, “If you understand the consequences of condescending captivity, you’ll appreciate the power of freedom. This movie will show you what our heroes went through to gift us the liberty we enjoy today.”
The post received overwhelming support from Lateef’s colleagues in the industry, with many taking to the comments to express their excitement for the film. Actress Funke Akindele commented,
Crãzy. Congrats, my darling. This is dope. I can’t wait to watch.” Musician Dbanj added, “Congratulations, bro, That’s the Koko right there. Can’t wait.” Others, including Kolawole Ajeyemi, Woli Agba, and Mide Martins, also shared their admiration for the trailer, calling it “wonderful,” “superlative,” and “magical.”
Lateef’s wife, Mo Bimpe, couldn’t contain her pride, writing,
How can I scream for the whole world to hear me? I am so proud of you, baby!!! You did it!! Look at what we did.” Her comment underscores the couple’s collaborative efforts in the film industry, with Lateef acknowledging her support as his “biggest critic and number one fan.”
This isn’t the first time Lateef has opened up about the humble beginnings of his career. In a recent interview, he recalled his early days, earning just N4,000 for a lead role. He shared that his father’s advice and his passion for acting kept him going, even when the pay was meager. Despite the challenges, Lateef’s talent and perseverance have paid off, as evidenced by his recent nominations and awards, including a nomination for Best Actor at the AMVCA 10th edition.
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