LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola has responded to claims that her latest movie, Ajosepo, is affecting the success of other films currently showing in cinemas.
The controversy emerged after actress Fathia Williams publicly complained that cinemas were not giving equal screening opportunities to all films.
Her comments sparked discussions about how showtimes are allocated and whether some productions are receiving special treatment.
However, Bolaji has firmly rejected suggestions that Ajosepo is being favoured over competing movies.
In a video shared online, the actress explained that her film has also struggled to gain strong momentum at the box office despite significant efforts to promote it.
She insisted that her project is also facing challenges with screenings and audience turnout.
According to the actress, the reality behind the movie’s cinema run is far from what many people believe.
Bolaji revealed that she has not recorded a single sold-out screening throughout the year.
“I have not had a sold-out show this year,” she said in the video.
Furthermore, the actress disclosed that Ajosepo is often assigned only one screening slot in several cinema locations.
She noted that those showtimes are sometimes scheduled at less attractive hours, including 10 a.m. or 10 p.m., which can limit audience attendance.
The filmmaker explained that cinemas typically determine screening schedules based on a film’s performance, making it difficult for movies in weaker slots to secure better viewing times.
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As a result, she stressed that her movie is not receiving any special advantage and is simply operating within the existing cinema system.
Bolaji also expressed concern about what she described as false information being spread about her movie.
She alleged that supporters of rival films have been telling potential viewers that Ajosepo was released as a two-part film, a claim she strongly denied.
The actress stated that such misinformation may discourage moviegoers from buying tickets, further affecting the film’s performance in cinemas.
Ultimately, the filmmaker admitted that the situation has become increasingly worrying.
She said her main focus is to recover her investment and continue building her career in the competitive movie industry.
Bolaji also warned that if the ongoing cinema debate continues, her project could unfairly become a target of the growing controversy surrounding film screenings and box office results.
