Majid Michel Critiques Ghallywood vs Nollywood Comparisons

Majid Michel, a veteran Ghanaian actor, expressed his views on the ongoing debate comparing Ghana's film industry, Ghallywood, to Nigeria's Nollywood. During an interview with Y107.9 FM Accra on October 28, he described such comparisons as fundamentally unfair and "stupid." Michel argued that the two industries cannot be measured by the same standards due to the vast population difference, noting that Ghana's population is below 40 million, while Nigeria's exceeds 200 million and is approaching 300 million.

He used an analogy of family size to illustrate that a larger population statistically produces more of everything, including filmmakers. Michel also placed the discussion within a broader context, suggesting that African nations, including Ghana, are still developing the systems necessary for mature industries.

His comments reflect a long-standing conversation among fans and insiders regarding the output and quality of films from both countries.