Actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo has announced that the film Jagun Jagun 2: War of Warriors has a star-studded cast, with actress Funke Akindele, Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, aka Kwam 1, and musician Wasiu Alabi Pasuma joining the late Taiwo Hassan, aka Ogogo.
Adebayo revealed the cast in a video posted on his social media account on Friday, October 16, 2026, and included a few familiar faces alongside new ones who will feature in the sequel to his epic film of 2023.
In addition, actors Muka Ray, Kano State, and comedian Cute Abiola are new faces to the production, which is eagerly awaited by many.
The movie will be released on Netflix on December 4, 2026.
Returning stars join ‘Jagun Jagun 2’
Some of the actors of Jagun Jagun are about to return for the sequel, which features Lateef Adedimeji, Bimbo Ademoye, Bukunmi Oluwashina, Odunlade Adekola, Ibrahim Yekini, popularly known as Itele D Icon, Fathia Balogun, Adebayo Salami, Muyiwa Ademola, Yinka Quadri and Dele Odule.
The presence of experienced Nollywood celebrities, Fuji music artists and comedians is indicative of a greater ensemble for the upcoming episode.
Speaking about the performances, Adebayo said the cast did a wonderful job of bringing the film’s fictional world to life with their different portrayal of characters.
“Some brought power, some brought rage, some brought silence, which said a lot more than saying nothing. And some gave us moments that we didn’t see coming,” he said.
The filmmaker also said that the filmmaking process was a blend of rehearsals, retakes, laughter, and unexpected things, and the actors joined together to tell one story.
He explained that any viewers not in the know would have to see the film to understand the performances, but not divulge too much about the story.
What to expect from ‘Jagun Jagun 2’
The sequel is set in the same universe as the 2023 film, which was about a powerful warlord named Ogundiji whose power was threatened by a young fighter named Gbotija, who was on a mission to avenge his father’s death.
When Gbotija’s fighting skills were revealed, Ogundiji started to perceive Gbotija as a threat to his power and control of the kingdoms.
The movie was originally directed by Tope Adebayo Salami and Adebayo Tijani and was released on Netflix on 10 August 2023.
It garnered awards at the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards for Best Indigenous Language Movie (West Africa) and Best Costume Design.
The movie was also nominated for seven awards at the 2024 Africa Movie Academy Awards; it won three prizes, including in Makeup, Visual Effects, and Best Actor in a Supporting Role, won by Femi Adebayo.
As new players like Funke Akindele, Kwam 1, Pasuma, and others join the cast, Jagun Jagun 2: War of Warriors promises to deliver a whole new set of performances on the screen when it premieres on Netflix on December 4, 2026.
