David Oyelowo to star alongside Lupita Nyong’o in “Americanah”

The adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie‘s book “Americanah” just got more interesting.

In May, BN brought you the news that the Nigerian author confirmed that Kenyan Academy Award winning actress Lupita Nyong’o, got the film rights for her latest labour of love.

Now, Variety reports that British actor of Nigerian descent David Oyelowo will also star in the independent movie.

Oyelowo is currently making waves and getting Oscar buzz for his portrayal of Martin Luther King in “Selma“. His role in Americanah is yet to be known.

The story is centered on young Nigerian immigrants who face a lifetime of struggle while their relationship endures.

Brad Pitt‘s production company Plan B will produce the movie. There is no production date set as they are still searching a writer and director.
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