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Rotimi Salami cries for help as he makes heartbreaking post following pøor movie sales at the cinema; receives prayer from veteran, Yetunde Wunmi (Video)
**Nollywood Actor Rotimi Salami Seeks Help Amid Low Movie Sales**
Nollywood actor Rotimi Salami has taken to social media to express his concerns about the low sales of his movie, Kilanko, at Nigerian cinemas. In a heartfelt post, he revealed that the movie's performance was disappointing, leading to his absence on social media on Monday.
Rotimi Salami shared a video of himself receiving prayers from veteran actress, Yetunde Wunmi, as he appealed for support to help the movie reach a retainable figure by the end of the week. If not, the movie might be removed from cinemas before the Ramadan period is over.
The actor expressed gratitude to those who attended the movie's meet-and-greet and watched the film, but emphasized that the numbers were too small. He described Kilanko as "a beautiful movie that everyone must see."
This development comes amidst a conversation in the Nollywood industry about the challenges faced by filmmakers, particularly in relation to politics and manipulative tactics at cinemas. Recently, actor IK Ogbonna spoke out against the exploitation of filmmakers by certain groups, highlighting the importance of fairness and understanding in the industry.
Ogbonna criticized the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) for threatening actress Ini Edo over her movie title, questioning the timing and motives behind their intervention. He also emphasized the importance of respecting artists' creative rights and not dictating their work to external bodies.
As the Nollywood industry continues to evolve, Rotimi Salami's plea for help serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by filmmakers and the need for support from fans and the industry as a whole.