Funke Akindele slams X user over fake death claim of ‘The Four’ director
Funke Akindele debunks viral fake death claim about ‘The Four’ director, calling out the X user for seeking engagement. Learn more about the Nollywood star Read More: https://punchng.com/funke-akindele-slams-x-user-over-fake-death-claim-of-the-four-director/
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has refuted a viral claim that the director of her upcoming film 'The Four' had died in a tragic accident. A user on X shared a post alleging that Akindele broke down during an Instagram Live session after hearing the news of the director's alleged death. However, Akindele strongly denied the claim in a response to the user on X, stating "Your words shall return to you in Jesus name.
You are looking for engagements Abi? God will give you!!!" The actress had recently announced 'The Four: No One Fights Alone', which is set to premiere in cinemas on December 11, 2026. The viral post also shared an old video of Akindele crying during an Instagram Live session, claiming it was a recent reaction to the alleged incident.
Akindele categorically rejected the narrative, calling the post an attempt to generate engagement. The film, a drama about friendship, motherhood, resilience, and the strength of ordinary women, boasts an ensemble cast including Bisola Aiyeola, Chioma Akpotha, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, Lateef Adedimeji, Ali Nuhu, and Uzor Arukwe.
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