Comedy Star Basketmouth Premieres Debut Movie, ‘A Ghetto Love Story’

Standup Comedy star, Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, on Sunday premiered his much-anticipated debut feature film, ‘A Ghetto Love Story’.

The premiere, a star-studded event, was held at the IMAX Filmhouse Cinema in Lekki, Lagos with notable figures including Dr. Shaibu Husseini, Wangi Mba-Uzoukwu, Abisoye Fagade, Frank Edoho, Timi Dakolo, AY Makun, Okey Bakassi, Aproko Doctor, Ill Bliss, and Denrele Edun.

The romantic drama flick, directed by Daniel Oriahi and written by Victoria Eze (aka Mizvick), explores the lives of childhood friends Obinna and Stella, their love, survival, and the complex realities of life in a bustling, low-income Nigerian neighbourhood.

The star-studded cast include Akah Nnani, Wole Ojo, Beverly Osu, Patience Ozokwor, Efe Irele, Chimezie Imo, Chioma Chukwuka, Dorathy Bachor, Femi Jacob and Basketmouth.

The film’s plot introduces Obinna (Akah Nani) and Stella (Beverly Osu), whose youthful love is tested by societal expectations, family drama, and personal aspirations.

It boldly tackles themes of betrayal, unplanned pregnancy, and the consequences of choices in a gritty yet heart-wrenching narrative.

With a mix of comedy and raw emotion, the film captures the resilience and beauty of love amidst harsh circumstances.

Speaking on the inspiration behind the project, Basketmouth, who produced the film, emphasizes the authenticity and personal connection he felt with the story.

“This story was deeply personal to me. It’s based on real-life events, and making this movie has been a dream I’ve nurtured for years,” Basketmouth said.

He disclosed that his transition from comedy to movies has been planned for a very long time.

“I knew I was going to end with movies because that’s the one I enjoy the most in terms of everything that I create and the industries that I play around. Movies are my favorite. Like I enjoy making movies. So transitioning was easy because it was already in the plan,” he told PMEXPRESS.

‘A Ghetto Love Story’ will be distributed by Filmone Entertainment and released nationwide in cinemas on 22 November.