previously announced<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\t\u201cSon of the Soil\u201d stars British Nigerian actor-writer Razaaq Adoti (\u201cBlack Hawk Down,\u201d \u201cResident Evil: Apocalypse\u201d) as a former Nigerian Special Ops paratrooper who returns home after the murder of his sister. When he finds his community overrun by a violent drug cartel, he sets off on an emotionally charged fight for justice and redemption.<\/p>\n
\n\tFilmed entirely in Nigeria, \u201cSon of the Soil\u201d is produced by Sovereign Films\u2019 Andreas Roald (\u201cTriangle of Sadness\u201d), Ioanna Karavela (\u201cBad Day at the Office,\u201d \u201cRedcon-1\u201d), Chee Keong Cheung (\u201cThe Experiment\u201d) and Razaaq Adoti, in association with Wingonia Ikpi\u2019s Boxonia Blueprint, whose producing credits include Nigerian box-office sensations \u201cIjakumo\u201d and \u201cSugar Rush 2.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tThe cast features Iretiola Olusola Doyle, Patience Ozokwo and Sunshine Rosman, alongside Toyin Oshionke, Damilola Ogunsi, Taye Arimoro and Philip Asaya.<\/p>\n
\n\tAction Xtreme, a studio supported by Sovereign Media Capital, describes itself as dedicated to building grassroots talent and producing bold, action-driven stories for international markets. Through the deal with Nile Entertainment, the company aims to create a long-term pipeline of projects that showcase Nollywood\u2019s potential on a world stage.<\/p>\n
\n\tCheung, who serves as the company\u2019s CEO alongside Andreas Roald, described his first production in Nigeria as an \u201camazing experience\u201d and heralded the partnership with Nile Entertainment as a sign of bigger things to come.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cWith \u2018Son of the Soil,\u2019 I wanted to tell a story that is deeply Nigerian but can also connect with people around the world,\u201d he said. \u201cWorking with Nollywood\u2019s incredible cast and crew opened my eyes to the talent and energy here. This partnership with Nile Entertainment is the start of something bigger, and I believe it will help Nigerian films reach a new global audience.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tBabatope echoed that sentiment, adding that the pact \u201creflects our vision to transform the industry through meaningful collaborations that will attract global audiences.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cThis deal is bigger than one project,\u201d said Babatope. \u201cIt\u2019s about building a bridge that allows Nigerian stories to travel across borders. By combining Nollywood\u2019s strong storytelling with Action Xtreme\u2019s experience in action filmmaking, we are opening the door to a new level of recognition.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tAdded Ikpi: \u201cProducing \u2018Son of the Soil\u2019 entirely on location in Nigeria is a testament to the incredible talent and workforce in the industry. This project proves that world-class action cinema can be made here. It is a blueprint for the future of high-octane Nigerian storytelling, and I\u2019m incredibly proud that Boxonia Blueprint could help lay that foundation.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tThe companies announced the deal at the Toronto Intl. Film Festival, where Nile Entertainment is presenting two new features to buyers at market screenings: \u201cMother\u2019s Love,\u201d the directorial debut of veteran actress and singer Omotola Jalade Ekehinde, and \u201cA Serpent\u2019s Gift,\u201d the latest from acclaimed Nigerian filmmaker Kayode Kasum, whose credits include the box-office hits \u201cReel Love\u201d and \u201cSugar Rush.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\tCheung\u2019s upcoming slate includes \u201cThe Experiment,\u201d starring Rhona Mitra (\u201cDoomsday\u201d) and Famke Janssen (\u201cTaken\u201d), and \u201cBad Day at the Office,\u201d starring John Hannah (\u201cThe Mummy\u201d) and Radha Mitchell (\u201cMan on Fire\u201d), both set for release in 2026.<\/p>\n
\n\tAction Xtreme also announced plans to bring a series of talent development programs directly to Nigeria, focusing on stunt training, action choreography and production craft. \u201cThis is about more than just filmmaking,\u201d said Cheung. \u201cIt\u2019s about bridging the pillars of production, distribution and exhibition, building an ecosystem where African action cinema can thrive.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n\t\u201cSon of the Soil\u201d is scheduled to premiere in Nigerian cinemas on Oct. 31 before hitting the festival circuit and streaming platforms. Its backers at Nile Entertainment and Action Xtreme describe it as one of Nollywood\u2019s most ambitious action-thrillers to date, with the companies positioning it as both a launchpad and blueprint for a wider strategy to deliver African stories with international quality, showcase Nollywood on the global stage and create new pathways for emerging talent.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\tCommenting on the first-look deal, the companies added: \u201cThis long-term commitment signals that Nollywood \u2014 and Africa as a whole \u2014 is open for business on a bold new scale.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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