BRS Studios Bets Big On African Stories With Powerful 2025 Film Lineup

Chinalurumogu EzeMay 23, 20251 Mins read284

BRS Studios is making another bold move in African cinema by revealing three new films for 2025 that promise to spotlight African voices with fresh energy and cultural pride. The announcement comes on the heels of their breakout hit Tokunbo, which ranked in Netflix’s Top 10 in over 50 countries and drew over 5 million views in just three days.

The new titles, Stitches, Iwa Akwa, and Dambe, reflect the studio’s commitment to authenticity and emotional storytelling. Each film dives into a different aspect of African life, from fashion and class struggles in Lagos to royal traditions in Eastern Nigeria and the ancient Hausa sport of Dambe boxing.

Founded in 2024 by three industry powerhouses: Joy Efe Odiete of Blue Pictures, actor-director Ramsey Nouah of Ramsey Films, and producer Chris Odeh of Sozo Films, BRS Studios is backed by a shared dream – to bring African stories to global screens without watering down their roots.

Stitches, directed by Shirley Frimpong Manso, follows a young fashion designer trying to balance love and ambition while navigating Lagos’ high society. Iwa Akwa, a heartfelt comedy from Ernest Obi, tells the story of a mild-mannered professor forced into unexpected royalty. And Dambe, directed by Nouah himself, takes viewers back to 11th-century Kano, where a young fighter discovers his strength and purpose through tradition.

Producer Chris Odeh describes these films as “a statement to the world,” adding that African cinema is limitless in scale, impact and influence. For Nouah, this slate isn’t just about filmmaking; it’s about preserving African identity.