Itele's 'Koleoso' Becomes Africa's Most-Viewed Film

Nollywood actor and filmmaker Ibrahim Yekini, popularly known as Itele, has achieved a historic milestone as his film ‘Koleoso’ became the most-viewed African film on YouTube, recording 141.6 million views. This Yoruba-language fantasy thriller is the first Nollywood and African movie to surpass 100 million views on the platform.

Itele announced this achievement on his social media, describing it as a significant milestone for himself, his team, Nollywood, and African cinema. He attributed the success to hard work, consistency, and creativity, expressing gratitude to his cast, crew, and fans.

The film follows a family engaged in a supernatural struggle rooted in Yoruba traditions and features actors such as Fatai Odua, Oluwakemi Apesin, Afeez Abiodun, and Yetunde Barnabas. The success of ‘Koleoso’ underscores the growing impact of YouTube as a distribution platform for Nollywood, allowing filmmakers to reach wider audiences beyond traditional cinema.

The achievement has garnered congratulatory messages from colleagues and fans, marking a significant moment for Yoruba cinema and Nollywood.