12th August, 2010
Thousands of young Africans who have stars in their eyes, may have been presented another opportunity to satisfy their passion for movie and the theatre, as The Next Movie Star, one of Africaâ€
“If you look at the industry generally, you will realise that the African movie industry has been dominated by these regions. And so, it becomes imperative to include youths from these countries in our plans,†Sola Fajobi, the showâ€
Sixteen housemates will be selected from these countries and the winner would smile home with a brand new SUV, movie contracts and cash prizes.
Registration tally on www.nmsafrica.tv, the Showâ€
Unlike past editions, The Next Movie Star 2010 will last for 45 days and as such, will be broadcast on 36 TV stations across all participating countries.
In Nigeria, Fajobi says, “we have already secured media partnerships with AIT Network and other local TV stations, while leading TV stations in each participating country is partnering with us to deliver one hour daily, of fresh intrigues, wits, twists, lifestyles and acting skills, for 45 days.
“Additionally, two leading cable stations will transmit 24 hours live on dedicated channels, real time.â€