Congratulations to Mbong Amata, Ladybrille Woman of the Month April 2011, whose film ‘Black & Gold Struggle for the Niger Delta’ enjoyed a world premiere at the 6th Annual Monaco Film Festival. The film directed by Jeta Amata, sees Mbong Amata playing lead role as the female activist advocating for the people of the Niger …
Nollywood: Genevieve Nnaji Wins ‘Best Breakthrough Performance’ in Monaco
We have been receiving insider updates and images of the festivities and stars at the Cannes Film Festival. Ideally, for us at Ladybrille, we would love to see our African stars strut the red carpet like their counterparts in Bollywood and Hollywood. So far, it has not happened. We anticipate it will in the nearest …
How to Rock THE Jumpsuit Without Looking Like a Fashion Victim
In case you haven’t noticed, the jumpsuit is in style. This distinct 70s vibe is back and better and is being embraced by celebrities and fashionistas in Nigeria and the world over. A-list Nollywood actresses Genevieve Nnaji and Ini Edo charmed fashion followers in the jumpsuit at the 2011 Future Awards and WOW magazine photoshoot …
Music News: Chiddy Bang Breaks Record for ‘Longest Freestyle Rap’
Chidera ‘Chiddy’ Anamege, one half of American Hip Hop-Alternative rap group Chiddy Bang, has successfully won the title of ‘Longest Freestyle Rap.’ On April 28th 2011, Chiddy took to the stage of the O Music Awards to break the current record which stood at 9 hours, 15 minutes and 15 seconds, marked by fellow American …
Music News: Celestina Aladekoba “Runs The World (Girls)” in Beyoncé Video
Today was supposed to be the premiere of Beyoncé’s “Run The World (Girls)” but fans received surprising news that the star has delayed the release of her music video. Even though she delayed the release of the full video, Beyonce provides a teaser and behold Nigerian-American singer, dancer and choreographer Celestina Aladekoba features in “Run(s) …
African Films at the Cannes Film Festival: North Africa
“The Arab Spring uprisings have reached even the glitzy French Riviera city of Cannes, which kick(ed) off its annual film festival Wednesday. The gala is is showcasing Egypt and featuring two movies about this year’s protests that toppled long-time Tunisian and Egyptian leaders. The 11-day Cannes Film Festival will feature the usual mix of star …