Rotimi Salami Honours Late Allwell Ademola With Final Film

Rotimi Salami unveils Kilanko: The Invisible Child, the last movie he worked on with late Allwell Ademola, set for cinema release in March 2026

Popular Nollywood actor and filmmaker Rotimi Salami has announced the release of Kilanko: The Invisible Child, the final film he collaborated on with the late Allwell Ademola.

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The news was shared on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in an emotional video that has since gone viral.

Salami, who produced the film while Ademola directed it, fought back tears as he discussed their close partnership and her vision for the project, which celebrates the resilience of African women.

“It is quite unfortunate that two people had a plan of something great, but it is just one person that is here right now,” Salami said.

Allwell Ademola, a veteran actress and filmmaker, passed away on 27 December 2025 at the age of 49. The film is scheduled for release in cinemas from 6 March 2026, with a premiere set for 1 March.

Fans and colleagues have expressed widespread sympathy, praising Salami for honouring his late friend and collaborator.

One fan wrote on social media: “Allwell will rest and smile down to see you are a great success,” while another encouraged support for the film: “Kilanko will be sold out, in shā’ Allāh. Please guys, let’s all step out from 6 March to support the movement by going to the cinemas.”

The announcement has brought renewed attention to Ademola’s contributions to Nollywood.

Just hours before her passing, she shared a video online expressing hope for the year 2025, which later surfaced as a poignant reflection of her dedication to her craft.

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Kilanko: The Invisible Child promises to showcase her final creative vision, while Salami has committed to ensuring her legacy endures in the Nigerian film industry.