Dear Bayo
Dear Bayo is a 2020 Nigerian romantic drama film written and directed by Imoh Umoren.[1] The film stars Chimezie Imo and Tunbosun Aiyedehin in the lead roles while the film marked the fifth directorial venture of Imoh Umoren.[2] The film was mostly shot in Niger Delta. The film was released on 31 January 2020 and opened to positive reviews.
| Dear Bayo | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Imoh Umoren |
| Story by | Imoh Umoren |
| Starring | Chimezie Imo Tunbosun Aiyedehin |
Release date |
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Running time | 102 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
Synopsis
The storyline follows love affair between a youth corper Bayo who plays the titular role and Ebipade, a humble girl. Both are from humble backgrounds are smitten by each other but have to overcome obstacles in their personal lives to be together forever.
Cast
- Chimezie Imo as Bayo
- Tunbosun Aiyedehin as Ebipade
- Martha Ehinome as Orhiere
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Best of Nollywood Awards | Best Actor in a Lead role – English | Nominated | [3] |
| Best Supporting Actor – English | Nominated | |||
| Best Supporting Actress – English | Nominated | |||
| Movie with the Best Soundtrack | Nominated | |||
| Best Use of Make up in a Movie | Nominated | |||
| Movie with the Best Cinematography | Nominated | |||
| Movie with the Best Editing | Nominated | |||
| Most Promising Actress | Nominated | |||
| Most Promising Actor | Won |
References
- Dayo, Bernard (25 February 2019). "Imoh Umoren has given us visuals to his upcoming movie 'Dear Bayo'". YNaija. Archived from the original on 20 November 2021.
- Animashaun, Damilola (25 February 2019). "Watch The Moving Trailer For Imoh Umoren's New Film, 'Dear Bayo'". Konbini. Archived from the original on 26 February 2019.
- Bada, Gbenga (15 December 2019). "BON Awards 2019: 'Gold Statue', Gabriel Afolayan win big at 11th edition in Kano". Pulse Nigeria. Archived from the original on 15 December 2019.
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