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4 times Nollywood got their inspiration from music industry

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Check out four times Nollywood got inspiration for their movie titles from artists in the music industry.
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Without doubt, Nollywood draws inspiration from trends, real life happenings, books, and of course the music industry.

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Today, we have put together four 'epic' times Nollywood got their inspiration from the music industry.

Here we go;

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1. Lady Gaga

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Named after American singer, songwriter, and actress, the movie stars Oge Okoye, Yemi Blaq and Funke Akindele.

2. Beyonce and Rihanna

In 2008, a music themed movie titled 'Beyonce and Rihanna' was released.

The movie which starred some top Nollywood stars, received mixed reactions from movie watchers. While some loved the movie and the cast, some couldn't stand the title of the movie for starters.

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Two college rivals go head to head in a Statewide competition to crown the next big recording artist. With Nadia Buari (Bernice) as Beyonce, and Omotola Jalaeide Ekehinde (Rhyme) as Rihanna, the stakes are set higher as they mimic the supposed rivalry between America's Beyonce and Rihanna, with Jim Iyke as Jay Z.

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In 2015, the movie trended on various social media platforms for its hilarious lead character played by Charles Okocha. The movie also stars Laz Ekwueme and Browny Igboegwu.

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4. Don Jazzy Again

The hilarious movie stars John Okafor as Don Jazzy, an entertainer, who returned to his village with a great plan of empowering the youth through a dance competition. The movie also stars Amechi Muonagor, Norbert Ogbuegbu, Roy Denani, Dontrice among others.

Watch "Don Jazzy Again" below.

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