Veteran comedian and one time actor, Okey Bakassi, is set to release his first feature production before the end of 2023.
‘Bank Alert’ the title of the feature sees the veteran double as Executive Producer and lead character of the crime comedy, according to an exclusive by Shock Ng.
The movie is produced by Wingonia Ikpi in collaboration with FilmOne Studios, Trino Motion Pictures, Tribal Marks Media and Sterling Bank. Directed by Akay Mason the all-star cast includes Bolanle Ninalowo, Kate Henshaw, Kanayo O. Kanayo, Taiwo Hassan, Uzor Arukwe and Tina Mba. Principal photography for the movie has rounded up, and November 24, 2023 has been announced as the theatrical release date for Bank Alert.
Bakassi’s latest production puts him on the list of other comedians with major big screen projects. AY Makun has enjoyed massive commercial success with his Merry Men movie franchise, 30 Days in Atlanta, 10 Days in Suncity and A Trip to Jamaica while, Bovi, also made headlines with My Village People, released in 2021.
With Comedians taking the bulls by the horns and delving into feature productions, it would be nice to see who will be next on this journey to the big screen.
