Welcome back, fabulous readers, to another exciting edition of the hottest gossip in town! Hold onto your seats because we’re about to spill all the juicy details from the highly anticipated 9th edition of the African Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). Get ready to dive into a world of glitz, glamour, and the biggest names in the African film industry!
The Grand Event
On Saturday, May 20, 2023, the star-studded AMVCA 2023 extravaganza took place at the legendary Eko Hotel. This year’s event truly celebrated the crème de la crème of talent in the African film world. From the red carpet to the dazzling stage, the evening was a true spectacle of style, elegance, and, of course, drama!
The Winners Steal the Spotlight
The AMVCA 2023 winners left us in awe of their incredible performances. The illustrious Industry Merit Award was rightfully bestowed upon the talented veteran actress Patience Ozokwor, who has dedicated her life to captivating audiences with her extraordinary acting prowess. Bravo, Patience!
However, the real spotlight stealers of the night were Jade Osiberu’s captivating film, “Brotherhood,” and Kunle Afolayan’s gripping masterpiece, “Anikulapo.” These two exceptional productions walked away with multiple awards across various categories, leaving no doubt about their outstanding quality and impact on viewers.
And the Winners Are…
Let’s take a moment to applaud the exceptional individuals who took home the coveted AMVCA 2023 awards in their respective categories:
Comedy Category:
- Best Actor in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series): Samuel Perry (Broda Shaggi)
- Best Actress in a Comedy – (Movie/TV Series): Bimbo Ademoye – Selina
Drama Category:
- Best Actor in a Drama – (Movie/TV Series): Tobi Bakre – Brotherhood
- Best Actress in a Drama – (Movie/TV Series): Osas Ighodaro – Man of God
Supporting Roles:
- Best Supporting Actor (Movie/TV Series): Abdisattar Ahmed – Gacal
- Best Supporting Actress (Movie/TV Series): Efe Irele – Four Four Forty-Four
Short Film:
- Best Short Film: Adeoye Adetunji – Pa Aromire
Online Content and Series:
- Best Online Social Content Creator: Elozonam, Kie Kie – Back From The Future
- Best Original Telenovela: Mpali
- Best Unscripted Original: King Bugar
- Best Original Comedy Series: Njoro Wa Uba
- Best Original Drama Series: Ricordi
Behind the Scenes:
- Best Art Director: Wale Adeleke – King Of Thieves (Agesinkole)
- Best Costume Designer (Movie/TV Series): Adeola Art-Alade – The Real Housewives of Lagos (Reunion Episode)
- Best Lighting Designer (Movie/TV Series): Mathew Yusuf – Brotherhood
- Best Picture Editor (Movie/TV Series): Holmes Awa & Daniel Tom – Crime & Justice
- Best Sound Editor (Movie/TV Series): Anu Afolayan – Anikulapo
- Best Soundtrack (Movie/TV Series): Kent Edunjobi – Anikulapo
- Best Makeup (Movie/TV Series): Maryam Ndukwe, Hakeem Effects Onilogbo – Shanty Town
- Best Writer (Movie/TV Series): Sola Dada – Anikulapo
- Best Cinematographer (Movie/TV Series): Loukman Ali – Brotherhood
Regional Excellence:
- Best Movie, Southern Africa: Jewel – Elvis Chucks
- Best Movie, East Africa: Click Click Bang – Philip Karanja Njenga
- Best Movie, West Africa: Brotherhood – Jade Osiberu
- Best Television Series: Crime & Justice – Yinka Edward
- Best Documentary: Nigeria-the Debut – Nora Awolowo
Indigenous Languages:
- Best Indigenous Language, Swahili (Movie/TV Series): Philip Karanja Njenga – Click Click Bang
- Best Indigenous Language, Yoruba (Movie/TV Series): Anikulapo – Kunle Afolayan
- Best Indigenous Language, Hausa (Movie/TV Series): Aisha – Abubakar Bashir Maishadda
- Best Indigenous Language, Igbo (Movie/TV Series): Uhuruchi – Victor Iyke
Ultimate Recognition:
- Best Overall Movie, Africa: Anikulapo – Kunle Afolayan
- Industry Merit Award: Patience Ozokwor
- The Trailblazer Award: Angel Onigwe
Fashion and Style:
- Best Dressed Male: Enioluwa Adeoluwa
- Best Dressed Female: Beauty Tukura
Congratulations to all the winners of the AMVCA 2023! Your exceptional talents have truly shone through, and the world eagerly anticipates the remarkable contributions you will continue to make in the African film industry. Keep shining bright!
Remember, you can find more details and highlights from the AMVCA 2023 at Tempt Gossip. Stay tuned for more exciting news and updates from the world of entertainment!
