Nigerian singer and songwriter Tiwa Savage is poised to make her debut in acting with the upcoming Nigerian movie ‘Water and Garri,’ set to be released on Prime Video in 2024. Filmed in Cape Coast, Ghana, the movie features compelling cinematography and storytelling, set to be exclusively broadcast in over 240 countries globally. Water and Garri is Tiwa Savage’s second EP. It was released on August 20, 2021.
The storyline revolves around Aisha, an ambitious fashion designer returning to her hometown after a decade in the USA following a family tragedy. ‘Water and Garri’ explores Aisha’s discovery of changes at home, with escalating violence and heightened tensions. Reconnecting with family, old friends, and past love, she grapples with living with scars and confronting the guilt left behind.
Ayanna Lonian, Prime Video’s Director of Content Acquisition, emphasized the global audience’s interest in well-crafted, contemporary African narratives, and ‘Water and Garri’ promises to deliver just that with a fresh perspective.
“Both Meji Alabi, as film director, and Tiwa Savage, as the lead, have truly delivered a stellar debut alongside the rest of the incredibly talented cast and crew,” Lonian said.
Tiwa Savage expressed that realizing the entire process of conceptualizing and filming the movie, leading to its global release on Prime Video, represents the fulfillment of a long-held dream.
“I am excited for my fans and newer audiences to experience this vulnerable side of me that I have never shown. Meji Alabi brought the story to life in such a beautiful way, and I cannot wait to share it with the world,” she said.
Jimi Adesanya, the producer and executive at Unbound Studios, expressed the studio’s excitement about partnering with Prime Video, recognizing its appreciation for the cultural significance.
‘Water and Garri’ is a collaborative effort between Everything Savage, Unbound Studios, and JM Films. Directed and edited by Meji Alabi, produced by Jimi Adesanya, and written by Comfort Emmanuel, with Tiwa Savage providing the music. Executive producers include Savage, Vannessa Amadi-Ogbonna, Adesanya, and Alabi.
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