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Nollywood actress and producer Funmi Awelewa, popularly known as Morili, has announced the release date for her much-anticipated movie titled Lanlehin, which features the late comedian and skit maker Zanku. The film is scheduled for release on October 29, months after production was completed. The movie’s release comes with deep emotions as one of its major cast members, Zanku, tragically passed away in a fatal accident a few months ago. His death sent shockwaves through the comedy and entertainment community, leaving many of his fans and colleagues in mourning. Funmi Awelewa, who had worked closely with Zanku on the project, revealed that she deliberately put all promotional activities for the movie on hold after his passing. According to her, it was a decision made out of respect for his memory and the pain felt by those who knew and loved him. “I couldn’t bring myself to promote Lanlehin immediately after Zanku’s death. He was full of life on set, always making everyone laugh. Promoting the movie while mourning him didn’t feel right,” she reportedly said. The actress noted that the upcoming release would serve as both a celebration of creativity and a tribute to the late skit maker, whose role in Lanlehin brought humor, energy, and authenticity to the story. She added that fans would get to see one of Zanku’s finest performances in the film. Lanlehin features a stellar lineup of comic actors and skit creators, including Kamo, Erekere, Ozain, Trinityguy, and several others, blending the worlds of Nollywood and online comedy into one powerful production. The movie promises laughter, life lessons, and strong emotional moments. Funmi Awelewa, who has become known for using comedy to address social realities, described Lanlehin as a story rooted in everyday struggles and moral values. She hinted that the film would not only entertain but also spark conversations around loyalty, greed, and destiny. In remembering Zanku, Awelewa said she hopes his fans will see the movie as a lasting legacy of his passion for entertainment. “Zanku gave his best to this project. Watching him on screen again will be emotional, but it’s also a way to keep his memory alive,” she added. Colleagues and fans have taken to social media to applaud Awelewa’s decision to delay the movie’s release as a mark of respect. Many commended her sensitivity and the effort to ensure that Zanku’s contribution to the project is properly honored. With Lanlehin set for release on October 29, expectations are high. Beyond being another Funmi Awelewa production, the film now stands as a posthumous celebration of a young comic star whose light was dimmed too soon, and a reminder of how art can immortalize those we lose.
