Kunle Afolayan, a prominent Nigerian filmmaker, has announced the completion of the shooting for Anikulapo The Series. The 48-year-old shared a video on his Instagram page capturing the moment the cast and crew of the series erupted in excitement as he announced the end of the shoot.
The video showcased the jubilant reactions of renowned actors and actresses such as Sola Sobowale, Tunde Kelani, Bimbo Ademoye, Kunle Remi, Gabriel Afolayan, and others. Kunle Afolayan captioned the post with “It’s a Wrap.”
Anikulapo The Series follows the success of Kunle’s movie titled Anikulapo, released on September 30, 2022. The film featured actors such as Kunle Remi, Bimbo Ademoye, Taiwo Hassan, and Adebowale Adebayo (aka Mr Macaroni), among others.
At the 2023 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), Anikulapo received 16 nominations and won a total of five awards, including the award for Best Overall Movie. The successful reception and recognition garnered by the film motivated the development of Anikulapo The Series, which has now concluded its shooting phase, leaving fans excited for its release.