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| A Heart on the Line | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Romance |
| Created by | Bunmi Ajakaiye |
| Written by | Bunmi Ajakaiye
Chiji Vivians Ozioma Ogbaji Amaka Chidioka Rita C. Onwurah |
| Story by | Bunmi Ajakaiye Abimbola Craig |
| Directed by | Abimbola Craig |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | First Bank of Nigeria Ltd |
| Producer | Abimbola Craig |
| Cinematography | O'tega Idadi |
| Original release | |
| Release | 13th December, 2024 |
A Heart on the Line [Nigerian Web Series]
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A Heart on the Line is a Nigerian web series produced and directed by Abimbola Craig, created and written by Bunmi Ajakaiye. The series, powered by First Bank of Nigeria Ltd., explores contemporary issues of love, relationships, and personal growth, blending heartfelt drama with moments of levity.
Synopsis
[edit]Yomi Balogun (Ayoola Ayolola), is a property developer on the rise who just entered into a joint venture to acquire lands on prime property and build luxury housing for a huge profit. He is on his sixth acquisition and has been brought in to close the seventh and possibly most difficult property, much to the annoyance of the other developers in the firm who had failed at the project. Ella Etim (Mimi Chaka), a passionate obstetrician who spends her free time running a charity clinic for under privileged women out of her home has had to fight off greedy developers who want to acquire the property to create a high rise. Committed to her work and her charity alone, she doesn’t see Yomi Balogun coming, he sweeps her off her feet and awakens feelings she thought were long forgotten.
Cast
[edit]The series features a diverse ensemble cast including:
- Ayoola Ayolola as Yomi Balogun
- Mimi Chaka as Dr. Ella Etim
- Ame Aiyejina as Lolade Olaoye
- Joshua Richard as Shina
- Akin Lewis as Chief Balogun
- Fadekemi Olumide-Aluko as Mrs. Balogun
- Seun Akindele as Dapo Balogun
- Tomike Adeoye as Saniye
- Shalewa Ashafa as Oyinda
- Tomi Ojo as Claire
The first season of the series also featured a special appearance by Music Artist turned Actor, Waje.
Production
[edit]Set and shot in the city of Lagos, the series is produced by Abimbola Craig[1], a notable filmmaker renowned for her work in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Bunmi Ajakaiye, the creative force behind the storyline, is celebrated for her ability to craft narratives that resonate with a wide audience.
The series airs every Friday on BluuTV[2], a YouTube channel powered by First Bank of Nigeria Ltd[3]., the production emphasizes storytelling that inspires and connects with everyday Nigerians. The series also highlights the importance of financial empowerment in achieving personal and collective goals.
Episodes
[edit]A 10-episode web series, A Heart on the Line premiered on the 13th of December 2024 and will air till February 2025.
- Season 1: 10 Episodes
References
[edit]- ^ BellaNaija.com (2024-11-01). "New Series Alert! Ayoola Ayolola & Mimi Chaka Star in Abimbola Craig's "A Heart On The Line"". BellaNaija. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- ^ Koiki, Abigail (2024-11-19). "First Bank Expands Digital Presence with Launch of YouTube Channel "BluuTv"". ShockNG. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- ^ Abimbola, Oluwakemi (2024-12-08). "FirstBank unveils entertainment hub". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-12-20.