King of Boys is a 2018 Nigerian crime political thriller film written, co-produced and directed by Kemi Adetiba. It is the second movie directed by Kemi Adetiba following the release of The Wedding Party.[2] It reunites Kemi Adetiba with Adesua Etomi and Sola Sobowale, after they worked together in her directorial debut, The Wedding Party.[3] The movie is focused on power tussle and stars rappers Illbliss and Reminisce in their movie debut roles.[4][5][6] Other casts member include Paul Sambo, Osas Ajibade Ighodaro, Toni Tones, Sani Muazu, Demola Adedoyin[7] and Akin Lewis.[8]
| King of Boys | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Kemi Adetiba |
| Written by | Kemi Adetiba |
| Produced by | Kemi Adetiba Kene Okwuosa Remi Adetiba |
| Starring | Sola Sobowale Adesua Etomi Reminisce Toni Tones Jide Kosoko Illbliss |
| Cinematography | Idowu Adedapo Olabode Lawal |
Production company | Kemi Adetiba Visuals |
| Distributed by | FilmOne Distributions |
Release date |
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Running time | 169 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Languages | English Yoruba Igbo Hausa |
| Box office | ₦ 245 million [1] |
Synopsis
editKing of Boys tells the story of Alhaja Eniola Salami a businesswoman and philanthropist with a promising political future. She is drawn into a struggle for power, which in turn threatens everything around her as a result of her growing political ambitions. To come out of this on top, she is caught up in a game of trust, not knowing whom she really has to look up to, and this leads to her ruthlessness.
Cast
edit- Sola Sobowale as Alhaja Eniola Salami
- Adesua Etomi as Kemi Salami
- Jide Kosoko as Alhaji Salami
- Osas Ighodaro as Sade Bello
- Illbliss as Odogwu Malay
- Reminisce as Makanaki
- Toni Tones as Young Salami
- Akin Lewis as Aare Akinwade
- Demola Adedoyin as Kitan Salami
- Sani Mu'azu as Inspector Shehu
- Paul Sambo as Nurudeen Gobir
- Sharon Ooja as Amaka
- Jumoke George as Party Gossip 1
- Lanre Hassan as Iyaloja
Reception
editIt was listed among the top 10 movies of 2018 by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) [9]
Box office
editKing of Boys grossed ₦ 200 million after 7 weeks in cinemas[10] and ₦245 million overall.[11]
Sequel
editThe sequel, The Return of the King was released on 27 August 2021 exclusively on Netflix as a 7-part limited series.[12]
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | African Movie Academy Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role - Sola Sobowale | Won | [13] |
| Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Adesua Etomi-Wellington | Won | |||
| 2020 | 2020 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Supporting Actor - Reminisce | Nominated | [14][15] |
| Best Supporting Actress - Toni Tones | Nominated | |||
| Best Costume Designer - Yolanda Okereke | Nominated | |||
| Best Make-Up - Hakeem Effects | Nominated | |||
| Best Actress in a Drama - Sola Sobowale | Nominated | |||
| Best Sound Track - Sess, Reminisce & Adekunle Gold - "Original Gangster" | Nominated | |||
| Best Director - Kemi Adetiba | Nominated | |||
| 2021 | African Entertainment Awards USA | Best African Movie | Won |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "King of Boys (2018) Box Office - nlist | Nollywood, Nigerian Movies & Casting".
- ^ Izuzu, Chidumga (21 May 2018). "Plot for Kemi Adetiba's anticipated movie revealed". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 9 October 2018.
- ^ Dayo, Bernard (13 August 2018). "You guys, the trailer for Kemi Adetiba's "King of Boys" is here and it will make your heart race". YNaija. Retrieved 9 October 2018.
- ^ Ono, Bello (18 January 2018). "Watch Out For Reminisce As He Makes Debut In Nollywood Movie "King Of Boys"". OnoBello. Archived from the original on 28 November 2020. Retrieved 9 October 2018.
- ^ Alli, Mutiat (20 January 2018). "Illbliss joins cast list of Kemi Adetiba's 'King of Boys'". Daily Times. Retrieved 9 October 2018.
- ^ Odejimi, Segun (18 January 2018). "Illbliss, Reminisce, Omoni Oboli, Adesua Etomi To Star In Kemi Adetiba's "King Of Boys"". TNS. Archived from the original on 22 October 2020. Retrieved 9 October 2018.
- ^ "Demola Adedoyin". www.wikidata.org. Retrieved 18 July 2022.
- ^ Cable Lifestyle (2 May 2018). "Boys' teaser reveals little but will keep you in suspense". The Cable Nigeria. Retrieved 29 October 2018.
- ^ "'King of Boys', 'Lion Heart,' others top 10 Nollywood movies for 2018". 8 January 2019. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
- ^ Bada, Gbenga (12 December 2018). "Kemi Adetiba is emotional after 'King Of Boys' reportedly grossed N200m in 7 weeks". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 25 August 2021.
- ^ "Top 50 Releases of all time in West Africa. Page 18-19". Archived from the original on 19 August 2020. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
- ^ Nwogu, Precious (27 August 2021). "'KOB: The Return of the King' [Pulse Movie Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 28 August 2021.
- ^ "King Of Boys: The Return Of The King Returns As 7-Episode Series". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 26 July 2021. Retrieved 6 August 2021.
- ^ "2020 AMVCA: Check out the full nominees' list". Pulse Nigeria. 7 February 2020. Retrieved 22 August 2021.
- ^ Ayoola, Simbiat (16 March 2020). "AMVCA7: King of Boys gets snubbed, Nigerians react". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 22 August 2021.