When JM Films announced “Water And Garri,” it immediately became a sensation and excited fans of the lead actress across the internet.

The upcoming title, directed by Meji Alabi and produced by Jimi Adesanya (Unbound Studios), is the debut lead acting role for Nigerian artiste, Tiwa Savage. Savage said in a conversation with Screen Daily, “This project was a complete labor of love that has been a dream of mine for a number of years. Performing as Aisha allowed me to be totally vulnerable and pushed me to express myself in a way that I’ve never done before.”

Alabi has worked with some of the biggest music stars around the world, including Tiwa Savage, Beyoncé, Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Stormzy, and Rema, to direct their best music videos.

The title ‘Water and Garri’ originates from Savage’s 2021 EP of the same title. The film tells the story of Aisha, a successful fashion designer in the United States. She returns to her homeland to confront her past guilt. The 43-year-old singer takes on the lead role while the supporting cast includes; Mike Afolarin, Andrew Bunting, and Jemima Osunde. The music star also wrote and performed the soundtrack of the movie. The story was penned by Comfort Emmanuel, produced by Jimi Adesanya and directed Meji Alabi.

Tiwa in a recent chat with Screen Daily, an international film news site, spoke of her character and deep connection to the story. “This project was a complete labour of love that has been a dream of mine for a number of years. Performing as Aisha allowed me to be totally vulnerable and pushed me to express myself in a way that I’ve never done before.

It was an honour to share my debut as an actress with Meji whilst filming on the African continent with a cast and crew that I have immense admiration and respect for. I’m excited for the world to see this film.”

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