| Kasanova | |
| Director: | Oluseyi Asurf |
| Producer: | Eddy Young |
| Starring: | Wale Ojo Iretiola Doyle Toyin Abraham |
| Cinematography: | Kagho Idhebor |
| Studio: | Fojo Media |
| Runtime: | 115 minutes |
| Country: | Nigeria |
| Language: | English |
Kasanova is a 2019 Nigerian romantic comedy film directed by Oluseyi Asurf and produced by Eddy Young with Faith Ojo as its Executive Producer. The film was primarily shot in Lagos, Nigeria.[1] It stars Wale Ojo, Iretiola Doyle and Toyin Abraham in the lead roles.[2] The film was premiered at the Filmhouse Cinema on 11 September 2019.[3] The film had its theatrical release on 13 September 2019 and opened to highly positive reviews.[4] [5] The film became a box office success and was the highest grossing Nigerian film in September 2019.[6] The soundtrack “Don’t Let Go” was performed by British-Nigerian artist Mr DiL
Femi (Wale Ojo), a single dad falls in love with Jessica (Iri Doyle), who is a single mother. The couple fall in love through their children and it ensures there is a battle for love, family and friendship. In fact, Jessica is the music teacher of Femi's son Jason (Alvin Abayomi) and it causes a conflict of interest between the father and son.[7]
The film collected ₦4.9 million in the opening weekend and grossed a sum of ₦7.9 million in the opening week since its release.