TRAILER: Seyi Shay takes on major acting role in ‘Lara and the Beat’

Nigerian singer Seyi Shay has unveiled the trailer for ‘Lara and the Beat’, a movie produced by prolific filmmaker Biola Alabi.

The ‘Murda’ singer may be making a foray into Nollywood by taking up a major role in the forthcoming chick flick.

Im interrupting the posting of BTS OF BIA VIDEO for a very special announcement: I'm so happy to finally show you guys what I've been working for the past few months! I'm honestly so grateful to be on this project because it had the most talented people on it. Have a sneak peek into Lara Giwa's world, guys! More to come! Cinemas, Netflix ,world, here we coommmeee!! #laraandthebeat #greatthingssecretplaces #workinsilence @laraandthebeatfilm

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Seyi Shay plays the role of a socialite, diva and party girl.

The film takes viewers on a journey into the world of Lara Giwa, a diva with different shades of grey and her sister, Dara Giwa (Somkele Idhalama), who are entangled in a financial mess with their deceased parents’ media empire.

The sisters must learn to leave behind the past glory and build their future through music and enterprise.

Sister sister 😍 Tag that ever-present sister or friend to show how much you love them. #laraandthebeatfilm #Comingsoon #blockbuster #2018Movies #Naijamade #Superstar #Seyishay #Somkhele

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The movie also features other Nigerian artistes including Vector, Sound Sultan, and DJ Xclusive.

‘Lara and the Beat’ will be premiered in theatres and available on Netflix on June 8.

Meet Lara Giwa. Socialite. Diva. Party girl. #laraandthebeat is in cinemas June 8th! A big thank you to all our stars: @iamseyishay @vectorthaviper @somkele_i @chiomakpotha @chineduikedieze @lalaakindoju @uchejombo @iamtonitones @oludara_es @realwaleojo @sharon_ooja @deyemitheactor @manuelbimbo @soundsultan @akahnnani @folustorms @iamshaffybello @djxclusive83 And our hardworking crew: @biolaalabi @tolusoga @tosincokerfilm @haroldescotet @temscoker @juyindemuren @craig_phelps to mention a few.

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