Premiered on 30 December, the first episode of Africa Magic Showcaseโs Uriri was nothing short of intenseโso much so that social media couldnโt stop talking about it! From the breathtaking display of Urhobo culture to the gripping drama, hereโs what you loved most about the premiere:
The Stunning Montage
Uririโs opening montage paid homage to the Urhobo people, beautifully weaving in key elements that will shape the story as it unfolds. Viewers couldnโt get enough of the cinematic visuals and cultural richness!
The Star-Studded Cast
From Osarehia Orosanya (Serome) to Philip Asaya (Ovie), Uriri brings together familiar faces from The Theory of Breakfast, Masquerades of Aniedo, Italo, and Slum King. Their return to the screen had fans hyped!
The Mysterious Erivwin
Known as Oto Egbaโs witch doctor, Erivwin made an unforgettable first impression with her spiritual giftsโreading peopleโs futures right from episode one! While some felt she was overstepping when she offered Serome a glimpse into her fate, others were eager to see if her visions would come true.
The Shocking Bloodshed
The moment Ovie killed the Benin emissary sent shockwaves through social media. While some fans justified the act after the emissary insulted the King and his wife, others thought Ovie should have kept his temper in check. Did the emissary and his men deserve their fate?
The Okakuroโs Power Moves
After Ovie let his rage take over, his right-hand manโthe Okakuroโstepped in to clean up the mess. The master strategist orchestrated a plan to shift the blame by disposing of the emissaryโs entourage in a neighboring town. His problem-solving skills left viewers in awe, solidifying him as a character to watch!
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