The mystical universe created by visionary filmmaker Kunle Afolayan is expanding once again. Following the massive success of the 2022 original and the sequel Rise of the Spectre, the saga continues with the highly anticipated new season: "Aníkúlápó: The Ghoul Awakens."
Streaming exclusively on Netflix starting January 30, this installment promises to take fans on a journey far beyond the familiar borders of the Oyo Kingdom.
The Evolution of the Legend
The Aníkúlápó franchise began with the story of Saro, a weaver whose ill-fated romance with a Queen led to a brush with death and the acquisition of a mystical power to resurrect the dead. While the previous chapter, Rise of the Spectre, explored the heavy burden of Saro’s mission from the afterlife, The Ghoul Awakens raises the stakes even higher.
In this new chapter:
Foreign Lands: The story moves into uncharted territories, introducing new cultures and challenges.
Testing Loyalties: Love and survival take center stage as the characters face the true cost of tampering with fate.
The Supernatural: As the title suggests, a new dark force—the Ghoul—is set to disrupt the balance of power.
A Star-Studded Blend of Old and New
Fans will be thrilled to see the return of the industry’s favorite duo, Kunle Remi and Bimbo Ademoye, who have anchored the series since its inception. However, the cast list for this season brings some exciting fresh energy to the screen.
The new season features:
Saga (OkuSaga Adeoluwa) and KieKie making their mark in this epic world.
Veteran actors Antar Laniyan and Saidi Balogun.
Rising stars Teniola Aladese and Fella Makafui.
Watch the Official Trailer
Are you ready to witness the awakening? The trailer teases breathtaking cinematography, intense combat, and the signature cultural richness that Afolayan is known for.
