Osas Ighodaro Reveals Exciting Nollywood Movie Collaboration with Burna Boy
Nollywood actress Osas Ighodaro has announced an exciting new project in collaboration with Grammy-award-winning artist Burna Boy. During an official podcast appearance, Ighodaro revealed that the upcoming film is an adventure story set across multiple countries and languages, marking a major milestone in both her career and the Afrobeat star’s venture into Nollywood.
The film, titled 3 Cold Dishes, will feature a mix of three major languages: English, Yoruba, and French. Ighodaro described the film as a thrilling adventure, noting that it will take audiences through French-speaking countries, including Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, and Benin. The actress shared her enthusiasm for the project, saying, “It’s an adventure film where we speak English, Yoruba and French. We are going through French-speaking countries from Nigeria to Côte d’Ivoire to Benin. I love it.”
Alongside Ighodaro, the film will feature renowned Nigerian actor Wale Ojo, as well as actresses from Côte d’Ivoire. Notably, Burna Boy is not only a part of the film but is also a producer, marking his debut in Nollywood. Ighodaro expressed her pride in the collaboration, adding, “I’m so proud of this film.”
Set to be released in the first quarter of 2025, 3 Cold Dishes is said to explore themes of revenge, although further details about the plot are being kept under wraps.
Osas Ighodaro, known for her captivating performances in films such as Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story, has long been regarded as one of Nollywood’s top talents. Her versatility as an actress earned her recognition as the highest-grossing Nollywood actress of 2018, and she has since continued to shine in roles that have garnered multiple awards. In 2022 and 2023, Ighodaro won the Best Actress in a Drama award at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) for her performances in Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story and Man of God, respectively.
The upcoming project marks a significant expansion for Burna Boy, as he enters Nollywood and ventures into new artistic territory. This collaboration highlights a growing trend within Nollywood, where cross-industry projects—blending music, film, and other forms of entertainment—are creating unique, global opportunities. The collaboration between Ighodaro and Burna Boy is expected to be one of 2025’s most anticipated releases, with fans eager to see how the two stars bring their combined talents to the screen.
As Nollywood continues to expand its international reach, 3 Cold Dishes represents a new chapter in the industry’s global influence, offering a compelling mix of action, drama, and cultural storytelling that is poised to captivate audiences both locally and globally.
