Kunle Afolayan Clears The Air On Ibrahim Chatta Rivalry

According to Ireporter Online, Nollywood actor and filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has dismissed rumors of a rivalry with fellow actor Ibrahim Chatta. The clarification came on Wednesday, January 28, during the watch party for Anikulapo: The Ghoul Awakens held in Igbojaye, Oyo State, which Chatta also attended.

The event drew several notable Nollywood personalities, including Kiekie, Broda Shaggi, Papi Luwe, Sola Kosoko, and Gabriel Afolayan. Speaking at the gathering, Kunle Afolayan emphasized that both he and Chatta are committed to preserving their cultural heritage rather than competing with one another.

“There is no competition between us. We are both doing everything possible to uplift the glory of all, not just our ancestors, but our lineage and roots,” Afolayan said. “Many of the films you’ve seen, like Ageshinkole, were shot at Afri Chatta Resorts and Film Studio. There is no competition! We are not even doing the same thing.”

He also addressed his decision to limit cinema projects in Nigeria, stating: “I don’t want 2 billion or 1 billion in cinema if I wouldn’t be able to take N10 million.”