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The wives are back in action as they are set to return to the Nigerian big-screen in “The Uprising: Wives on Strike”
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Nigerian Actor and Filmmaker Omoni Oboli has announced her latest film project, “The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3”
The third instalment in the popular movie franchise is set to hit cinema screens soon, as shared by Oboli in an exciting Instagram post today.
The “Wives on Strike” franchise, a blend of comedy and drama, first captured audiences’ hearts in 2016, followed by a successful sequel, “Wives on Strike: The Revolution,”
In 2018, the narrative follows four women who deny their husbands’ sex as a form of protest against domestic violence, sparking both humour and critical conversation around important social issues.
Speaking on this announcement, the producer of the franchise shares “Expect to see your favourite characters in new, unexpected situations that will leave you in a rollercoaster of emotions. The journey we’ve taken to create this film has been nothing short of incredible, and we can’t wait to share it with you.” Omoni said
The announcement video, reveals that “The Uprising: Wives on Strike 3 ” brings a new dynamic to the story, adding fresh excitement and intrigue for fans of the movie.
The film features a talented cast, including Chioma Akpotha, Uche Jumbo, Omoni Oboli, and Ufuoma McDermott. While some of the known faces in the previous titles are not featured in the new title, It is confirmed that there are some exciting additions to the cast which includes veteran actress Hilda Dokubo, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (Kie Kie), and others.
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The Return of Franchises
From Jenifa to Fate of Alakada, it seems 2024 is the year of Nollywood franchises. Wives on Strike stands out as a big-screen title that infuses social activism in its main themes which resonates quite well with the times.
In Summary
“Wives on Strike” Franchise was well-loved back in 2016 upon its first release, its return to the big screen 8 years later is a welcome development and audiences can’t wait to see what new social theme the wives face in the new instalment.
