Loving Rona
Appearance
Loving Rona, is a 2021 Nigerian romantic drama film directed by Luke Aire Oyovbaire and co-produced by Alex Odinigwe and Chidi Umeoji.[1] The film stars Meg Otanwa and Gideon Okeke in the lead roles whereas Fiona Garba, Jeff (Bankz) Nweke and Erica Bale Opia made supportive roles.[2] The film deals with a love affair between a young wealthy businesswoman Rona and her Garden boy Benny after they planned to stop the romance between Alex, Rona's ex fiancée and Jackie, his supposed masseur.[3][4]
The film made its premier on 20 August 2021.[5] The film received mixed reviews from critics.[6][7][8]
Cast
- Meg Otanwa as Rona Adams
- Gideon Okeke as Benny Ramsey
- Fiona Garba as Jackie
- Jeff Bankz Nweke as Alex
- Erica Bale Opia as Emma
- Ummi Baba Ahmed as Judith
- Jide Bolarinwa
- Patricia Egbon
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref |
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2022 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Best Actor in A Comedy | Gideon Okeke | Pending | [9] |
References
- ^ "Loving Rona: Watch new trailer". Pulse Nigeria. 2021-07-26. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ "LOVING RONA". Mcrystal Cinema. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ Chioma, Ella (2021-08-30). "Loving Rona Review: The Love Triangle Movie". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ Okporu, Rachel (2021-08-30). "Loving Rona Review: The Love Triangle Movie". 247 News Around The World. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ bruce, Ebiegberi silver (2021-07-26). "'Loving Rona' To Hit Cinema's In August". nigerdeltaconnect.com. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ John, Jeremiah (2021-08-24). "Movie Review: Although a Worn Love Story, 'Loving Rona' Manages a Few Laughs". What Kept Me Up. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ Ajao, Kunle (2021-08-24). "Movie Review: 'Loving Rona' and how not to make a Rom-Com". Sodas 'N' Popcorn Blog. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ Shed, Cinema (2021-08-18). "Loving Rona Movie Review". CINEMA SHED. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
- ^ "2022 Africa Magic Awards Nominees don land- See who dey list". BBC News Pidgin. Retrieved 2022-03-26.