‘N5M for 5 Days’ Work’, Ediale Kingsley Spills on Uche Ben’s Lucrative Movie Deal

Mary Nnah

Nollywood actor and producer, Uche Ben a.k.a Uche Ben Nwaezeapu is reportedly among the latest beneficiaries of the rising paychecks in Nigeria’s film industry. According to media personality and journalist Ediale Kingsley, the actor was paid N5 million for just five days of filming. Kingsley made the claim in one of his InstaLetters, sparking conversations about earnings in Nollywood.

Details about the project remain scarce, but industry sources suggest the alleged payment was for an international shoot in Ghana earlier this year.

The reported sum has stirred mixed reactions, with some seeing it as a sign of Nollywood’s growth, while others question whether actors’ fees are catching up with the industry’s economic realities.
As the discussion continues, the broader issue of pay structure in Nollywood remains a topic of interest, especially as the industry evolves.