Nollywood actress Jemima Adelekan has been revealed as the lead actress of the upcoming movie Ìrètí: A Tragedy of Hope directed by David Akande.
Adelekan will star as Ireti in the upcoming production from David Akande Studios. The role will require the actress to portray a character filled with emotion, love, loss, motherhood, suspicion, and survival.
The announcement provides a glimpse into the direction that the film will take, and the title of the film, Ìrètí, or “hope” in Yoruba, adds another layer to the film’s description as a tragedy of Hope.
The project is another big part of Jemima Adelekan’s acting career as she plays a role in the film’s story at its very heart. Ireti is likely to be the emotional heart of the story, played by the writer-director.
David Akande Studios is behind the production of Ìrètí, while the story goes to Ashowo Gboyega. No further details about the project have been released as of now, but more will likely be released as the project moves forward.
The filmmakers have also teased out a first look at the film, as well as additional cast reveals in the next few weeks.
The release of Ìrètí: A Tragedy of Hope appears to be one of the Nigerian projects to watch in the near future, with Adelekan taking on the lead role while more details remain to be revealed.
The movie has been released as ‘coming soon’. This is a developing story; check back for updates about the movie.
