Movie Title: Tarella: Princess of the Nile
About:
Tarella: Princess of the Nile is a Nollywood reimagining of the classic Cinderella tale, directed by Kayode Kasum and Lolo Eremie. Set in the mystical West African kingdom of Akkaya, the film introduces audiences to Tarella Daerego (Okawa Shaznay), an orphan struggling against the cruelty of her stepfamily while unknowingly carrying a royal destiny.
Infusing African mythology into the well-known fairy tale, the story follows Tarella as she dares to defy her stepmother’s restrictions and attend a grand royal event, where Prince Nosa (Timini Egbuson) is expected to choose a bride. Her presence leaves an unforgettable mark, but when she vanishes at midnight, the only clue to her identity is a distinct ankle bracelet. This sparks a kingdom-wide search.
Tarella: Princess of the Nile mixes fantasy with African traditions.
Year of Release: 2025 (Released on February 7, 2025)
Directors: Kayode Kasum, Lolo Eremie
Writers: Lolo Eremie
Producers: Lolo Eremie
Cast:
- Okawa Shaznay as Tarella Daerego, the resilient orphaned maiden.
- Timini Egbuson as Prince Nosa, the kingdom’s heir seeking true love.
- Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) as King Ohèn, the wise ruler of Akkaya.
- Elvina Baby Ibru as Señora, Tarella’s wicked stepmother.
- Nengi Rebecca Hampson as Ebikella, one of Tarella’s stepsisters.
- Onyinye Ezekwe as Ebinimi, another of Tarella’s stepsisters.
- Gideon Okeke as Zazai, a quirky character aiding Tarella.
- Ummi Baba-Ahmed as Queen Omonigho
- William Benson as King Oduwa
- Chioma Idigo as Princess Aderonke
- Preach Bassey as Iwi
- Timini played by Ellyssa
- Patrick Diabuah, Bassey Ekpo-Bassey, and Cynthia Clark in supporting roles.
Length of Movie / Running Time: 1 hour 48 minutes
Age Rating for Tarella: Princess of the Nile: PG
Country: Nigeria
Genre: Drama, Romance
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