Kunle Afolayan Defends ‘Anikulapo’ Season 2 Criticism

Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has addressed reactions to his latest project, Anikulapo Series 2: The Ghoul Awakens, stating that his films are designed for audiences who appreciate intellectual and layered storytelling.

In a video shared on his Instagram page on February 10, Afolayan reflected on the immediate responses from critics and viewers following the release of the new season The Sun Nigeria Entertainment –…. He said not all audiences are expected to understand or connect with his creative approach.

“I make films for people who can think,” Afolayan said, referencing earlier works such as Irapada and The Figurine, which he noted also faced criticism before later receiving international recognition The Sun Nigeria Entertainment –….

He compared early judgments of the new season to global series like Game of Thrones, where audiences often wait for episodes to unfold before forming conclusions The Sun Nigeria Entertainment –…. According to him, the second season introduces new characters and plotlines that require patience and careful viewing.

Afolayan added that feedback from scholars and academic audiences has been positive, reinforcing his commitment to producing thought-provoking cinema The Sun Nigeria Entertainment –…

. While acknowledging that some viewers may not align with his vision, he expressed appreciation for those who support the series.

The Ghoul Awakens is currently streaming on Netflix in more than 100 countries and is being prepared for release in non-English speaking regions, expanding its global reach The Sun Nigeria Entertainment –…

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Social media users have also reacted to the filmmaker’s comments, with some expressing support and anticipation for future episodes The Sun Nigeria Entertainment –….

Source: The Sun Nigeria Entertainment