Tinsel is a Nigerian soap opera that began airing in August 2008.[1] On 23 May 2013, the show's 1000th episode aired.[2] It has been called "the most successful television drama on Nigerian television in recent times".[4] On April 30, 2015, the show aired its 1500th episode.On March 23, 2017, the show aired the 2000th episode of the series.On February 21, 2019, the show aired its 2500th episode. On 21 Jan 2021, the show's 3000th episode aired.On December 21, 2022, the show aired a special 3500th documentary.On November 21, 2024 the show hit 4000 episodes.
Series overview
| Season | Episodes | Originally released | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First released | Last released | |||
| 1 | 65 | September 1, 2008 | 2009 | |
| 2 | 156 | 2009 | 2010 | |
| 3 | 261 | May 31, 2010 | May 30, 2011 | |
| 4 | 261 | May 31, 2011 | May 29, 2012 | |
| 5 | 261 | May 30, 2012 | May 29, 2013 | |
| 6 | 260 | May 30, 2013 | May 28, 2014 | |
| 7 | 260 | May 29, 2014 | May 27, 2015 | |
| 8 | 260 | May 28, 2015 | May 25, 2016 | |
| 9 | 260 | May 26, 2016 | May 24, 2017 | |
| 10 | 260 | May 25, 2017 | May 23, 2018 | |
| 11 | 260 | May 24, 2018 | May 22, 2019 | |
| 12 | 260 | May 23, 2019 | May 20, 2020 | |
| 13 | 260 | May 21, 2020 | May 19, 2021 | |
| 14 | 260 | May 20, 2021 | May 18, 2022 | |
| 15 | 260 | May 19, 2022 | May 17, 2023 | |
| 16 | 260 | May 18, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | |
| 17 | TBA | May 16, 2024 | TBD | |
Plot summary
Tinsel's plot revolves around two rival film companies: Reel Studios, founded by Fred Ade-Williams (Victor Olaotan), and Odyssey Pictures, headed by Brenda "Nana" Mensah (Funmilola Aofiyebi-Raimi).[5] Tinsel is a tale of drama, romance, betrayal and triumph. The show returned for its eighth season on 25 May 2015.
Cast
- Victor Olaotan as Fred Ade Williams(2008–13)
- Gideon Okeke as Philip Ade Williams(2008–17,2023)
- Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi as Brenda Nana Mensah (2009 – present)
- Funmi Holder as Amaka Ade Williams(2008–Present)
- Matilda Obaseki as Angela Dede(2008-2016;2019-2022)
- Chris Attoh as Kwame Mensah(2008–13)
- Kunle Coker as Ziggy(2008–12)
- Ireti Doyle as Sheila Ade-Williams(2009–Present)
- Gbenro Ajibade as Soji Bankole(2008–17)
- Damilola Adegbite as Telema Duke(2008–12;2015–17)
- Linda Ejiofor as Bimpe(2008–Present)
Production
Tinsel was in pre-production for over ninety months.[1] Over 500 actors auditioned for the lead role of Fred Ade-Williams before the decision to cast Victor Olaotan was made.[6] As of June 2013, the show's production cost per minute was 900 dollars, and total costs exceeded four billion naira.[2] The show was shot in a studio in Ojota, Lagos until March 2013 when a fire destroyed that location. Since then the show has been shot at a studio and a private residence in Ikeja, Lagos.[2]
It airs on AM Urban and AM Family.[citation needed]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards | Longest running TV show in Africa | Won | [7] |
References
- ^ a b c d e f "Tinsel: The journey so far". Vanguard. 17 September 2011. Retrieved 30 September 2013.
- ^ a b c d Alonge, Osagie (3 June 2013). "NET SPECIAL REPORT: Tinsel gulps N4bn in four years". Nigerian Entertainment Today. Retrieved 30 September 2013.
- ^ Bada, Gbenga (July 2017). "Rogers Ofime: NANTAP honours Tinsel producer". PulseNG. Retrieved 5 April 2017.
- ^ Balogun, Hazeez (May 2013). "Tinsel, a return to the golden age of TV drama". Daily Independent. Archived from the original on 11 October 2013. Retrieved 30 September 2013.
- ^ Arogundade, Funsho (24 May 2013). "M-Net's Tinsel Hits Episode 1,000". P.M. News. Retrieved 30 September 2013.
- ^ "Tinsel is Nigeria's best TV production —Victor Olaotan". Nigerian Tribune. 10 August 2013. Retrieved 1 October 2013.
- ^ "Stan Nze, Osas Ighodaro win big - Full list of all di winners from 2022 AMVCA". BBC News Pidgin. Retrieved 15 May 2022.
External links
- Tinsel at IMDb
- Tinsel on Demand Africa
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