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How Nollywood Became the second largest film industry in the world
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124 days ago1. Nollywood started in the early 1990s with the release of Living in Bondage (1992).
2. With limited resources, Nigerian filmmakers turned to VHS tapes and sold directly to audiences.
3. Within a decade, Nollywood exploded, producing thousands of films annually.
4. It became the second-largest film industry in volume, after Bollywood.
5. Themes often reflect real Nigerian life — love, betrayal, family, politics, and tradition.
6. Despite budget limits, Nollywood built stars like Genevieve Nnaji, Ramsey Nouah & Pete Edochie.
7. Platforms like IrokoTV and Netflix helped the industry reach a global audience.
8. Films like Lionheart and Anikulapo proved that Nigerian stories can go global.
9. Nollywood now blends traditional stories with modern production.
10. It's not just entertainment — it’s Nigeria’s soft power.
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