The world’s spotlight is turning to Nollywood as Red Alert storms onto the global stage.
A pulse-pounding thriller from master filmmaker Austin Faani, the movie collides betrayal, blood ties, and cartel warfare in a narrative that refuses to let audiences breathe.
The story kicks off with the kidnapping of a crime boss’s daughter, igniting suspicion, vengeance, and a brutal rivalry that escalates into a full-scale war of power and survival.
From Asaba Streets to American Screens
What began in the bustling city of Asaba, Delta State is now a worldwide spectacle. Red Alert premiered in Dallas, Texas, on March 9, 2025, before embarking on a whirlwind tour across Houston, Atlanta, Maryland, and New York. The Nigerian cinema rollout is set for late 2025, and anticipation is already boiling.
Star Power Meets New Blood
The cast is stacked with Nollywood heavyweights—Jide Kene Achufusi, Tina Mba, Linda Osifo, and Alex Usifo—each bringing grit and gravitas. Adding fresh fire is Kizzy Uzoma (King Kizzy), the celebrated fighter stepping into his first movie role as the menacing “Ghost.” Not just flexing his on-screen presence, Uzoma also co-produces the film, proving he’s as formidable behind the camera as in the ring.
Austin Faani: A Maestro in Motion
For Austin Faani, Red Alert is more than a film—it’s a showcase of his 20-year mastery in directing, editing, and cinematography. Known for turning everyday stories into visual feasts, Faani takes audiences on a ride that is both precise in execution and explosive in delivery.
Themes That Cut Deep
Red Alert isn’t just about bullets and betrayals. It digs into the heart of loyalty, ambition, and revenge, forcing audiences to question how far people will go to protect blood or seize power. Imagine the intensity of Power colliding with the slick action of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, but carved in the raw, unapologetic language of Nollywood.
Red Alert Quickfire Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Global Premiere | Dallas, March 9, 2025 |
| US Tour Cities | Houston, Atlanta, Maryland, New York |
| Nigerian Release | Late 2025 |
| Director | Austin Faani (also editor, producer, cinematographer) |
| Filming Location | Asaba, Delta State |
| Lead Cast | Jide Kene Achufusi, Tina Mba, Linda Osifo, Alex Usifo |
| Debut Role | Kizzy Uzoma (“Ghost”), also co-producer |
| Genre & Themes | Action-thriller, loyalty vs revenge, family vs ambition |
