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Akay Mason-Directed ‘Red Circle’ With Bukky Wright, Folu Storms, Timini Egbuson, Tobi Bakre, Lateef Adedimeji, Femi Branch, Omowumi Dada Begins Shooting

Nora Awolowo’s Rixel Studios has unveiled the cast for Red Circle, an action thriller with Akay Mason (Elevator Baby) in the directorial seat. Kicking off with a social media campaign that featured the circulation of a bold red circle with dripping blood, fans were left buzzing as speculation ran wild across platforms.

Saturday confirmed and disproved theories, with a cast reveal teaser offering a sneak peek into the world of Red Circle. The biggest buzz surrounds the return of veteran actress Bukky Wright, poised to play a major part in what appears to be a key role.

Also set to star in Red Circle are Folu Storms, Timini Egbuson, Tobi Bakre, Lateef Adedimeji, Femi Branch, Omowunmi Dada, Mike Afolarin, Ruggedman, Debo ‘Mr Macaroni’ Adedayo, Ibrahim Suleiman, Lizzy Jay, Detola Jones, William Benson, Taye Arimoro, Inem King, Shamz Garba and Patrick Diabua.

The official logline has yet to be revealed, but Red Circle is based on Nora Awolowo’s idea from two years ago, which has now been penned by Abdul Tijani-Ahmed (Brotherhood).

Rixel Studios is a film production company founded by Nora Awolowo dedicated to creating captivating and memorable cinematic experiences.

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