Muyiwa Ademola’s ‘Ori’ Wins Big at 2025 FilmOne Exhibitors’ Showcase

Kehinde Adeleye
Acclaimed Nollywood filmmaker Muyiwa Ademola has added another milestone to his illustrious career as his blockbuster film ‘Ori’ received the Outstanding Cinematic Achievement Award at the 2025 FilmOne Exhibitors’ Showcase, an annual event celebrating excellence in Nigerian cinema.
The award recognises Ori for its powerful storytelling, technical brilliance, and significant contribution to the advancement of indigenous-language filmmaking in Nigeria.
Grossing an impressive ₦419.57 million, Ori stands as the highest-grossing indigenous film of the year, highlighting the growing appetite among Nigerian audiences for culturally grounded and emotionally resonant stories.
Presented by FilmOne Entertainment, the honour underscores Muyiwa Ademola’s enduring influence as one of Nollywood’s most respected creative voices and reaffirms FilmOne’s dedication to promoting diverse stories that reflect the nation’s vibrant cinematic heritage.