# King of Boys: A Nollywood Blockbuster Evolution

*Discover the latest updates on King of Boys 3: The Beginning of the End. Explore returning cast members, rumored new additions like Seun Kuti, and Kemi Adetiba’s vision for the highly anticipated 2025 Nollywood blockbuster.*

By [NOLLYWOOD SPOTLIGHT NEWSLETTER](https://paragraph.com/@rebeccahmokuolu) · 2025-08-06

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When _King of Boys_ premiered in 2018, it soared to an IMDb rating of 8/10 and became a global hit—thanks in part to its addition to Netflix. With a box-office haul surpassing ₦240 million, it shattered Nollywood records and marked a turning point for Nigerian cinema.

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King Of Boys

**From Original Film to International Phenomenon**

Directed by Kemi Adetiba, _King of Boys_ follows Alhaja Eniola Salami, played by Sola Sobowale, a formidable businesswoman drawn into political intrigue. The cast included future stars Adesua Etomi, Osas Ighodaro, Illbliss, Reminisce, Toni Tones, Jide Kosoko, and Akin Lewis. The film collected multiple awards at the 2019 Africa Movie Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Sobowale.

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King Of Boy 2

**King of Boys II: A Seven-Episode Netflix Thriller**

Rather than a traditional sequel, _King of Boys: The Return of the King_ debuted as a seven-episode Netflix series on August 27, 2021, reuniting many original cast members while deepening the political thriller narrative.

**Cast returning:** _Sobowale, Illbliss, Reminisce, Akin Lewis, Toni Tones, Osas Ighodaro_

**New additions:** _Nse Ikpe-Etim, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Efa Iwara, Deyemi Okanlawon, Titi Kuti, Keppy Ekpeyong, Charly Boy, Sharon Ooja, Taiwo Ajayi‑Lycett_

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Adetiba's Instagram tweet

**King of Boys 3: The Beginning of the End**

On January 8, 2025, Adetiba confirmed via Instagram that King of Boys 3—subtitled _The Beginning of the End_—is scheduled for December 25, 2025 theatrical release. Sola Sobowale will definitely return as Eniola Salami.

🎬 **Potential Cast Additions: What We Know So Far** 

*   Key original cast expected back: Nse Ikpe-Etim, Richard Mofe‑Damijo, Adesua Etomi, Toni Tones, Efa Iwara, Deyemi Okanlawon, and Illbliss.
    
*   New characters are being introduced, with casting calls underway for fresh faces to join the saga.
    
*   In earlier teasers (January 2023), Seun Kuti—son of Fela—was seen alongside Adetiba and Sobowale in Instagram teasers, sparking fan speculation he may appear in the film.
    

As Kemi Adetiba put it: _“New characters getting introduced, and a few old ones returning... But the KOB impact remains the same… ELEVATED in every way you could imagine.”_

**Spotlight: Kemi Adetiba’s Vision Continues**

Adetiba continues to build her international profile. After studying filmmaking at the New York Film Academy, she directed hits like _The Wedding Party_ before the _King of Boys_ franchise elevated her status. Her Instagram teasers and casting calls showcase her commitment to delivering an even more ambitious and polished third chapter.

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Sola Sobowale

**Looking Ahead: What to Expect in _King of Boys 3_**

*   Sola Sobowale confirmed as the returning lead
    
*   Fan-favourite returning actors likely: Toni Tones, RMD, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Illbliss, Deyemi Okanlawon, and Titi Kuti
    
*   Seun Kuti remains a strong fan-theorized new addition
    
*   Official new cast members to be announced soon—as casting and production gear up
    

**Year**

**Milestone**

**2018**

_King of Boys_ released; blockbuster success; IMDb ~8/10; ₦240m+ gross

**2019**

Multiple AMAA awards, incl. Best Actress for Sobowale

**2021**

_King of Boys: The Return of the King_ hits Netflix as a 7‑episode series

**2023–24**

Social media teasers hint at Seun Kuti and new characters

**Jan 8, 2025**

Sobowale & Adetiba confirm _King of Boys 3_, set for December 25, 2025

**2025**

Casting in progress for returning stars and new roles

With _King of Boys 3_ looming on the horizon, the franchise is shaping up for another cultural milestone. As the “KOB Army” waits for casting reveals, we can expect a thrilling mix of familiar faces and fresh talent—under Adetiba’s daring vision. The anticipation is real, and the countdown to _The Beginning of the End_ has officially begun.

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*Originally published on [NOLLYWOOD SPOTLIGHT NEWSLETTER](https://paragraph.com/@rebeccahmokuolu/king-of-boys-a-nollywood-blockbuster-evolution)*
