Month: October 2013
JAYJAY OKOCHA THROWS BEFITTING 40TH BIRTHDAY FOR WIFE AND GIVES HER A G-WAGON
Nigerian football legend Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha, threw a lavish 40th birthday party for his wife of 16 years, Nkechi Okocha on Friday October 25th at Civic Centre in Lagos. Maestromedia reports that Okocha gave his wife a brand new White Mercedez Benz G-Wagon SUV as birthday present. Nkechi was said to have gone down on her knees to thank her husband for all his love and support in front of the party guests. Happy belated birthday to her!
FOR THE FASHION ENTUSIAST: HERE IS WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE GLITZAFRICA FASHION WEEK
Africa’s Fashion showpiece THE Glitz AFRICA FASHION WEEK returns for the 2nd time with even more panache – 50 runway shows, insightful seminars, exhibitions, parties happening with over 70 international models, top Pan-African designers, fashionistas who will showcase hundreds creative fashion trends.
There will be Musical performance from Jon Germaine, Okyeame Kwame, Gina West, and many others.
Check out the event schedule below:
6th – Private opening cocktail party – Alisa hotel
7th – 9th November – runway shows, seminars, fashion exhibition, themed after parties, VIP style lounge, Samsung media lounge (at AICC)
10th November 2013 – runway designers pop up shops – Alisa hotel
The Glitz Africa Fashion Week is presented by GLITZ AFRICA MAGAZINE and proudly sponsor by Samsung, Amarula, Vlisco, Alisa Hotel, Oak plaza hotel, Blacksecret make up and MVP. Log on www.glitzafricafashionweek.com
FRESHLY RELEASED VIDEO(PPP):” TWO EYES” BY KESSE
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He is one of the few good talents in Ghana today, releasing hits after hits. Kesse ‘s vocal dexterity in this new song is undoubtedly one of the best so far.
Now, we understand why his name is Kesse, because this chap is one made for greatness.
‘Two Eyes is off the debut album, “OBIBA”. Please press play to watch his latest video.
MOVIE REVIEW: FORGETTING JUNE
Genre: Romance
Director: Ikechukwu Onyeka
Producer: Emem Isong, Uduak Isong
Screnplay: Uduak Isong
Year: 2013
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NEGATIVES:
All vacuous space filled with pretty faces, unoriginal dialogues, and recycled storylines
I won’t deny that I was semi-excited about this movie when I originally heard of it. Why? Because even though I know better, a part of me still equates seeing Majid Michel’s face on a cast line-up with a guarantee for excellence and entertainment. I was wrong. This is no indictment on him as an […]
I won’t deny that I was semi-excited about this movie when I originally heard of it. Why? Because even though I know better, a part of me still equates seeing Majid Michel’s face on a cast line-up with a guarantee for excellence and entertainment. I was wrong.
This is no indictment on him as an actor (because I know actors too must chop one way or the other). The fact is that no matter how well Majid acted in this movie, his performance alone cannot elevate it from the subpar concoction of unoriginal ideas that it is to a marvelous piece of art. The fact is that much of Nollywood is simply selling pretty faces because much of Nollywood is still buying movies for faces (and note that the word ‘much’ connotes only a section).
The movie ‘Forgetting June’ tells the story of a supposedly lovely couple with a love made for the ages, played by Majid and Mbong. The role requires them to be cute, lovable, adorable, it requires the audience to fall in love with them so that when tragedy eventually strikes, as is inevitable with a title like Forgetting June, the audience feels sympathy for them. That was the ideal, in reality however, I couldn’t wait for the inevitable to happen. In fact, I was kind of counting down the minutes until Mbong Amata’s character left the scene.
And again this is not an indictment on the character as it was originally imagined, but by the performance that Ms. Amata was giving. It was so bad that I was ready for her character to be killed off being fully aware that considering the cast line-up (plus the lack of originality of the script writers) she would be replaced with Mbong Amata. I never thought the day would come that I would be looking forward to seeing Ms. Naya in continous screen time.
The beautiful thing about realizing that fresh pepper is actually worse than tatasi (red bell pepper), is that you begin to think of ways in which tatasi could improve. In reality, maybe Ms. Naya’s acting would be more tolerable if she’d act with her body instead of just standing there and making gestures.
Asides from the fact that the movie follows a generally predictable path and uses actresses that are incapable of soliciting emotions from the audience, it also does quite a terrible job with music. The music in the movie at times seems like it is just overlaid as opposed to being integrated into the movie. Therefore scenes that required the right music to bring out emotions were either empty or had the wrong type of music playing over.
The cinematography is generally weak but even worse than that are the dialogues. Not only am I tired of seeing the same old movie over and over again every year with different actors, I’m also tired of listening to the same lines over and over again. The beautiful thing about words is you can say the same thing in a million ways, so please to crafting because there are more ways to toast a babe than the way it was done in “Nneka the Pretty Serpent”.
One thing that kept me going after the first 5 minutes when I eventually accepted that this movie would be a tremendous waste of time was getting my first glimpse of Blossom Chuks. Unfortunately however, even after watching the entire thing I’m still back to square one. He plays a very minimal role in this movie unfortunately, and even at that… well, he needs to put on more fabric for us to be able to concentrate on his performance lol (I guess, I’ll just have to wait until I see ‘flower girl’).
There was a comment under this movie on irokotv.com that describes this movie perfectly in one expression. And having sat through the entire one hour and forty something minutes of this vacuous space called a movie, I am going to have to employ the same sentiments. Therefore, “mschew”.Forgetting June,
Credit: Nollywood REinvented
LESSONS FROM OUR PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE: 8 CELEBS WHO VENTED ON SOCIAL MEDIA
It’s no surprise that social media is used as a digital—private or public—diary. Airing out frustrations provides a much-needed escape in 140 characters or a photo essay. Everything’s not always peachy. It turns interesting when entertainers show us they’re human, too. Check out 8 stars who took to Twitter, Facebook or Instagram to tell us how they really felt.
Who: Donald Glover
Year: 2013
What He Said: “I got really lost last year. But I can’t be lonely tho. Cause we’re all here. We’re all stuck here. I wanted to make something that says, no matter how bad you fuck up, or mistakes you’ve made during the year, your life, your eternity, you’re always allowed to be better. You’re always allowed to grow up, if you want.”
In a series of Instagram notes, Donald Glover had a reflective moment that resonated with plenty of down-in-the-dumps fans.
Photo Credit: BET
Who: Chris Brown
Year: 2013
What He Said: “Nigga done 6 months community service wit police and the DA racist ass crying to the judge that I didn’t do it. Fuck the SYSTEM!”
The “Wake Me Up” singer expressed his attitude concerning the justice system once he received a “new batch of community service hours.”
Who: Bow Wow
Year: 2012
What He Said: “Doing everything on my own. No help from nobody. Going to radio dolo going to da clubs fuk’n with dj’s dolo. So when I win I’m thankn myself.”
After the poor reception to his Underrated album, Bow Wow became frustrated from having the project pushed back constantly. Travel a year later, and Mr. 106 and Park earned a hosting gig with the BET countdown show, putting music aside for the moment.
Photo Credit: rapup
Who: Kanye West
Year: 2010
What He Said: “I feel very alone very tortured very forced and very misunderstood and very hollow very very misused. I don’t trust anyone but myself! Everyone has an agenda. I don’t do press anymore. I can’t be everything to everybody anymore. I can’t be everybody’s hero and villain savior and sinner Christian and anti Christ!”
Mr. West’s rants weren’t just a 2013 occurrence. Peep this 2010 Twitter post, the result of an interview with Matt Lauer on the Today Show.
Photo Credit: pastemagazine
Who: Nicki Minaj
Year: 2012
What She Said: “All I do is compliment u. That’s not enuff? Ur a legend. Cheer up. U don’t have to run down ur resume or feel intimidated. Shady McGrady.”
Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj weren’t the best of friends as depicted in MC’s “Up Out My Face” video. The two had disagreements on American Idol, and it escalated following Carey’s interview with Barbara Walters.
Photo Credit: Google
Who: Amanda Bynes
Year: 2013
What She Said: “I need to have surgery to look beautiful for the man I’m in love with so I feel comfortable with the way I look when we get married.”
Earlier this year, headlines always had the Nickelodeon star’s name in the title, and her tweets from Rihanna to plastic surgery garnered that attention.
Who: LeBron James
Year: 2012
What He Said: “Man it’s hard to go out and have a good time these days! It’s cool though, it’s part of my life. Wouldn’t change anything(just saying). Been in the spotlight since I was 15. Sometimes u just wanna STOP!! But I refuse cause I have a commitment to the youth to inspire them!! That will keep me pushing forward and focused alone.”
The top gets lonely and few know the feeling of having all eyes on you. Last year, the two-time NBA champ took to Facebook to break down the pressures of being a superstar.
Who: Roscoe Dash
Year: 2012
What He Said: “Can’t do favors for niggas bcuz no matter how humble and generous u r to ppl niggas will take everything u have … Even niggas u look up to”
The Atlanta native aired out his feelings after he learned his name wasn’t on the song credits for Wale’s “Lotus Flower Bomb.” He did get attention from the DC resident, Miguel, and even Meek Mill.
Photo Credit: billboard
Lesson: just don’t vent
WTH: PEBBLES WONT LET LEFT EYE REST IN PEACE, SUES HER FOR MONEY OWED SINCE 1992
Via CreamBMP Daily reports:
“Just cuz she not here doesn’t mean she ain’t gotta pay what she owe; Everybody pays what they owe. Ask TLC” said Pebbles to a Vh1 correspondent late Wednesday evening.
I honestly thought of her as a little sister …a little sister that owes me money from 1992″ – Pebbles
Pebbles sat down with VH1 briefly to discuss her plans to sue the people behind Left Eye’s estate and doesn’t have plans to let up until all is paid in full; Which is why remaining members of TLC mentioned they haven’t been able to perform some of their past hits in a Breakfast Club interview due to holds on Left Eye’s vocals
“TLC just did that BIG movie …Hell, they can pay!” said Pebbles sarcastically about TLC’s straight to TV movie ‘CrazySexyCool’ that has the whole world talking about the female super group once again.
Pebbles assured VH1 it had nothing to do with the way she was negatively portrayed in the TLC movie ‘CrazySexyCool’, but claims “It’s just business.”
Pebbles really doesn’t care what TLC or the haters think. It really is all about the Benjamins!
POKELLO DEBUTS NEW CLOTHING LINE AT THE EXPRESSION OF ACCRA
Big Brother The Chase lovebirds, Elikem and Pokello have teamed up to launch a sub-brand under Elikem Kumordzi The Tailor brand.
Pokello Nare revealed her Queen of Swagger range of clothing at the Expressions of Accra fashion extravaganza hosted by Accra-based radio station, Citi FM at the La Palm Hotel on Saturday.
Her creations which reflect a lot of her personal style were made from GTP fabrics as well as indigenous fabrics from her native Zimbabwe.
Models also rocked shoes from Pokello’s famous high-end boutique, Addicted to Shoes. Elikem also showcased his creations during the event.
Expressions of Accra at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel held under the theme; Creative Explosion, it aims to unearth talents in the fashion and creative industries as well as help promote well-known and recognized brands through the exhibition of their unique creative designs.
Designers on the night showcased creative and trendy ways to rock GTP textiles. The runway featured designs from AfroMod Trends, Sa4a Designs, Ameyo, Horseman Shoes and MAKSI Clothing among others.
In addition, the fashion night featured performances from high-life singer K.K. Fosu, poet Nana Asaase and comedian Bash from Nigeria. Guests included former first lady, Nana Konadu Agyemang Rawlings who hit the stage to boogie with KK Fosu during his performance.
PHOTOS: CHRIS BROWN ENTERS REHAB + HOT INSTAGRAM PHOTO OF HIM AND KARRUECHE TRAN KISSING
Just a couple days following his arrest, Chris Brown has decided to enter himself into rehab.
A rep tells E! News:
“Chris Brown has elected to enter a rehab facility,”
The rep adds:
“His goal is to gain focus and insight into his past and recent behavior, enabling him to continue the pursuit of his life and his career from a healthier vantage point.”
Just a couple hour ago, Breezy’s girlfriend Karrueche took to Instagram to show her love and support for her man, posting:
She captioned the photo:
Always & Forever
The 24-year-old has been charged with misdemeanor simple assault, reduced from his initial felony arrest, and is due back in court Nov. 25.
A source close to Brown tells E! that he was a “good kid” at heart, but what he really needed was rehab and intensive therapy.
We pray Breezy gets through this and gets any help he needs.
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SOURCE: E! Online || PHOTO CREDIT: Splash