In a triumph of storytelling prowess, and cinematic excellence, Chinenye ‘Chichi’ Nworah, the visionary filmmaker behind the acclaimed series, ‘Slum King,’ has secured the prestigious Best Scripted M-net Original award at the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).
Under the banner of Giant Creative Studios, Nworah, renowned for her groundbreaking works like ‘Shanty Town,’ ‘Omoge Suzzy,’ and ‘Fairytale Wedding,’ has once again showcased her exceptional talent and creative vision.
‘Slum King’ captivated audiences across the continent with its compelling narrative and authentic portrayal of life’s complexities.
In her acceptance speech, Nworah expressed profound gratitude to MultiChoice for providing the platform to bring her vision to fruition, underscoring the significance of embracing one’s creative gifts and sharing unique stories with the world.
“Thank you MultiChoice for the opportunity to create this series alongside Donald. We are thrilled to receive this award.
I want to encourage everyone gifted with the ability to create, to fearlessly share their stories. From the inception of ‘Slum King’ in 2019 to this moment, we are grateful for the journey,” Nworah remarked, radiating with excitement.
Overflowing with appreciation, Nworah took to her social media platforms to extend gratitude to individuals, personalities, and corporations whose contributions made the ‘Slum King’ project a reality.
She commended the cast, crew, and supporters who have been instrumental in her creative journey, from ‘Shanty Town’ to ‘Slum King.’
Amidst the celebration of her latest achievement, Nworah teased forthcoming projects, promising audiences more captivating content in the near future.
Nworah’s ascent in the film industry reached new heights with her Netflix original limited series, ‘Shanty Town,’ which garnered global acclaim and multiple awards in 2023.
The series not only earned her numerous accolades but also solidified her position as a leading figure in the international film landscape.
With ten nominations at the 2023 AMVCA, ‘Shanty Town’ captivated audiences, becoming the most-streamed Netflix African Original in Nigeria and the second most-streamed across the continent, according to Netflix’s inaugural ‘What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report.’
