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Namaste Wahala set for Netflix debut

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Namaste Wahala was both produced and directed by Hamisha Daryani Ahuja

Indian-Nigerian movie Namaste Wahala, which should have launched in cinemas last April but was delayed due to the pandemic, will now be released on Valentine’s Day on streaming service Netflix.

The romantic comedy is produced by Indian-born businesswoman-turned-filmmaker Hamisha Daryani Ahuja and revolves around a cross-cultural love story between an Indian and a Nigerian.

Shot entirely in Lagos, Nigeria, the classic love story features a Nigerian woman, played by Ini Dima Okojie, and her Indian love interest, portrayed by Ruslaan Mumtaz. They fall in love despite the differences in their cultural backgrounds.

Ahuja, producer and director of the movie, took to Instagram to reveal the news. “I am very excited about my movie Namaste Wahala going to the whole world through Netflix,” she posted.

“The movie showcases the beauty of Nigeria and the wealth of talent in Nollywood. The cast and crew were absolutely fantastic to work with. The Indian and Nigerian cultures seem very different but are essentially the same. They both value family, tradition and respect. Both cultures also have beautiful colours, fashion, music and food.

“It was amazing to see how beautifully the two cultures, which I hold very close to my heart, came together in this fusion movie. I can’t wait for all of you to watch it.”

It features actors from both countries, including veteran Nollywood star Joke Silva plus Richard Mofe Damijo, Ini-Dima Okojie, Ruslaan Mumtaz, MI Abaga, Broda Shaggi, Segal Sujata, Adaora Lumina, Ibrahim Suleiman and Big Brother Naija’s Frodd.

Namaste Wahala is the maiden production of Nigeria-based production company Forever 7 Entertainment, founded by Ahuja.

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Indian-Nigerian movie set for release

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Namaste Wahala was both produced and directed by Hamisha Daryani Ahuja

Indian-Nigerian movie Namaste Wahala, which should have launched in cinemas last April but was delayed due to the pandemic, will now be released this April.

Details of the streaming platforms that will carry the movie have yet to be announced.

The romantic comedy is produced by Indian-born businesswoman-turned-filmmaker Hamisha Daryani Ahuja and revolves around a cross-cultural love story between an Indian and a Nigerian.

Ahuja, producer and director of the movie, took to Instagram to drop the big news. “A lot of you have been asking where Namaste Wahala, a Bollywood/Nollywood love story, is. A movie produced and directed by yours truly,” she wrote.

“The experience has been magical and I am happy to say that this baby is getting a chance to see the world, or more accurately be seen by the world. Can’t wait to share this magic with you.”

Namaste Wahala features actors from both countries, including veteran Nollywood star Joke Silva plus Richard Mofe Damijo, Ini-Dima Okojie, Ruslaan Mumtaz, MI Abaga, Broda Shaggi, Segal Sujata, Adaora Lumina, Ibrahim Suleiman and Big Brother Naija’s Frodd.

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Virus delays Indian-Nigerian movie

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Namaste Wahala will now hit theatres in October

The release of Indian-Nigerian movie Namaste Wahala has been postponed to October because of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

With the film originally scheduled to debut on April 10, filmmaker Hamisha Daryani Ahuja attributed the move to the extension of post-production on the title.

“In light of recent global developments, we have had to extend our post-production schedule and push back the release date of Namaste Wahala to October 2020,” she wrote on Instagram.

“We are super-excited to bring you this magical Bollywood/Nollywood love story and promise that it will be everything that you imagine and more.”

While Hollywood has been the film industry hardest hit by the pandemic – with release dates of major titles pushed back or productions halted – Namaste Wahala is the first Nollywood production to be affected.

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Indian-Nigerian film set for April launch

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Namaste Wahala was filmed in Lagos

Indian-Nigerian movie Namaste Wahala is set to premiere in cinemas across Nigeria on April 24.

The Bollywood/Nollywood collaboration was filmed entirely in Lagos. It was produced by Indian-born businesswoman-turned-filmmaker Hamisha Daryani Ahuja, who has lived in Nigeria since she was a child.

Namaste Wahala loosely translates to ‘Hello Trouble.’ It was mostly filmed in English, with a mix of Hindi and Nigeria’s pidgin language.

The plot follows a Nigerian-Indian couple whose plan to spend forever together is threatened by their cultural differences.

The film’s cast features stars from both countries, including veteran Nollywood actor Joke Silva plus Richard Mofe Damijo, Ini-Dima Okojie, Ruslaan Mumtaz, MI Abaga, Broda Shaggi, Segal Sujata, Adaora Lumina, Ibrahim Suleiman and Big Brother Naija’s Frodd.

Ahuja said her experience living in Africa’s most populous country inspired her to make her debut film. “I am Indian but I have lived in Nigeria my whole life. Everyone loves Bollywood and Nollywood, so I thought, ‘How is it that no one has done a love story between the two?’ she added.

“The story has been in my head for a long time but I wanted it to be completely accurate. I wanted both cultures to be portrayed the same, that no culture was above the other. It features classic Bollywood dancing and singing scenes to keep it as authentic as possible.”

Ahuja added: “We have so much talent in Nollywood. What I think with these international collaborations is that we will be able to showcase all these amazing works internationally.”

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