Idris Elba, the acclaimed London-born actor known for his iconic roles in The Wire and Luther, is setting his sights on transforming the African entertainment landscape. With a vision to establish film studios across the continent, Elba’s journey begins on the semi-autonomous island of Zanzibar in Tanzania, known for its stunning beaches. The initiative was…
Nollywood veteran Bob-Manuel Udokwu has voiced his opinion on the casting of Hollywood star Idris Elba as the lead character, Okonkwo, in a television adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s classic novel, Things Fall Apart. In a recent report by Variety, it was revealed that the series is in development at A24, with Elba and Gina Carter…
The recent announcement that British actor Idris Elba will play the role of Okonkwo in the upcoming film adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s renowned novel Things Fall Apart has ignited heated discussions across social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter). Fans of African cinema and Achebe’s literary masterpiece have expressed mixed reactions. On one side, film…
In a groundbreaking musical collaboration, British rapper Skepta, alongside the exceptionally talented artist ODUMODUBLVCK and renowned actor Idris Elba, has released a captivating new track that is poised to make waves in the music industry. Titled “Jangrova,” the song promises to be a masterpiece deserving of a prime spot on every music lover’s playlist. The…
Hollywood actor, Idriss Elba has thrilled Nigerians on social media after pictures of him sporting a 1996 custom Super Eagles jersey to the men’s final at Wimbledon broke the internet. Elba and his wife Sabrina Dhowre Elba attended Sunday’s final with their dapper appearance taking the shine. The model looked stunning in a cream while…
Idris Elba’s commanding presence on-screen has often relied on his physical stature, but in “Hijack,” his mental strength takes center stage as he portrays Sam, a corporate negotiator caught in a hostage situation during a flight from Dubai to London. As an executive producer on the show, Elba relished the opportunity to challenge the stereotype…
Idris Elba and Mo Abudu have joined forces through their production companies, Green Door Pictures and EbonyLife Media, to empower and uplift African stories. As reported on Bella Naija, the powerhouses are giving the next generation of African storytellers world-class training in the industry to help them tell stories that are true to life and…
“Luther” star Idris Elba says he no longer refers to himself as a “Black actor” because the label put him in a “box” and an “obsession” with race can hinder aspirations and growth. Speaking to Esquire UK, in an interview published Wednesday, the Golden Globe winner said that while he is a prominent member of…
Actor Idris Elba has announced plans to build a film studio in Ghana, after meeting with the country’s President Nana Akufo-Addo. “Currently, we call it West African Studios, but that’s a working title. We’ve been working on this for three or four years to raise a plan that puts a facility at the centre of…
