Loving Rona

2021 Nigerian romantic drama film

  • 20 August 2021 (2021-08-20)
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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
2022 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards Best Actor in A Comedy Gideon Okeke Pending [9]

References

  1. ^ "Loving Rona: Watch new trailer". Pulse Nigeria. 2021-07-26. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  2. ^ "LOVING RONA". Mcrystal Cinema. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  3. ^ Chioma, Ella (2021-08-30). "Loving Rona Review: The Love Triangle Movie". Kemi Filani News. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  4. ^ Okporu, Rachel (2021-08-30). "Loving Rona Review: The Love Triangle Movie". 247 News Around The World. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  5. ^ bruce, Ebiegberi silver (2021-07-26). "'Loving Rona' To Hit Cinema's In August". nigerdeltaconnect.com. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  6. ^ 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.
  7. ^ 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.
  8. ^ Shed, Cinema (2021-08-18). "Loving Rona Movie Review". CINEMA SHED. Retrieved 2021-10-04.
  9. ^ "2022 Africa Magic Awards Nominees don land- See who dey list". BBC News Pidgin. Retrieved 2022-03-26.