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  • If Bimbo Ademoye is in a movie, you already know you’re about to have a good time. Whether the AMVCA winner is making us laugh till our stomachs hurt, tugging at our heartstrings with unexpected emotional depth, Ademoye always delivers.

    From her early roles to her more recent scene-stealing performances, I have combed through her filmography to bring you the ultimate ranking of Ademoye’s ten best performances in Nollywood movies.

    10. Head Over Bills (2023)

    Running time: 2h 2m

    Director: Dabby Chimere

    Genre: Comedy/Family Drama

    In Head Over Bills, Bimbo Ademoye stars as Cheta, the free-spirited middle daughter of business mogul and single mother, Mrs. Ofiili (Shafy Bello). As Mrs. Ofiili prepares to retire, she must choose a worthy successor from among her three daughters. But Cheta, known for her reckless spending habits, seems like the least likely choice.

    Determined to change the narrative and earn her mother’s respect, Cheta embarks on a journey to reinvent herself as a focused and ambitious entrepreneur, with plenty of hilarious and heartwarming twists along the way.

    Watch Head Over Bills on Prime Video.

    9. Hotel Labamba (2023)

    Running time: 1h 37m

    Director: Biodun Stephen 

    Genre: Crime/Mystery

    In Hotel Labamba, Bimbo Ademoye takes on the role of Detective Ozioma Zizi, tasked with solving the mysterious murder of a young woman named Ella (Lilian Afegbai) at a high-end hotel. With just three days to crack the case, Zizi and her team must navigate a web of lies, secrets, and hidden motives to uncover the killer.

    Known for her versatility—from bread hawker to school teacher to spoiled last-born—Bimbo steps into a bold new role as a no-nonsense cop. If you haven’t seen her in uniform, commanding the screen with sharp instincts and fearless action, Hotel Labamba is a must-watch.

    Watch Hotel Labamba on Prime Video.

    8. Sugar Rush (2019)

    Running time: 2h 2m

    Director: Kayode Kasum

    Genre: Comedy

    In this fun Nollywood movie, Bimbo Ademoye plays Bola, a social media-obsessed babe and the youngest sister to Sussie (Adesua Etomi-Wellington) and Sola (Bisola Aiyeola).

    The story focuses on the sisters’ loving bond and their efforts to care for their mother, who’s battling cancer. But it’s Bimbo’s portrayal of the annoying yet adorable lastborn living a fake Instagram lifestyle that truly steals the show. If you’re looking for a film that mixes solid comedy with heartwarming family drama, this is it.

    Watch Sugar Rush on Netflix.

    7. Ruse (2024)

    Running time: 1h 37m

    Director: Biodun Stephen 

    Genre: Crime

    Bimbo Ademoye stars as Shalewa in this Nollywood crime comedy, Ruse. In a daring bid to land a lucrative job, Shalewa reinvents herself—living as Shalewa by day and Kabiru by night—setting the stage for a clever tale of deception, resilience, and sisterhood.

    With sharp wit and irresistible charm, Bimbo delivers a standout performance, blending humour with emotional depth. Her portrayal highlights her impressive range and reaffirms her status as one of Nollywood’s most versatile stars.

    If you enjoy Bimbo Ademoye in her comedic element, this is one you shouldn’t miss.

    Watch Ruse on YouTube.

    6. Big Love (2023)

    Running time: 1h 42m

    Director: Biodun Stephen

    Genre: Family Drama/Romance

    Bimbo Ademoye stars as Adina, an independent woman trying to stay afloat while navigating the highs and lows of adulthood. She reconnects with her former classmate Adil (Timini Egbuson), and the two quickly fall in love. But for Adina, the relationship feels like a temporary escape from her struggles.

    As the story unfolds, their love is tested by unresolved issues from the past and the pressures of their present lives. If you enjoy Bimbo’s on-screen chemistry with Timini, this heartfelt romance is worth watching.

    Watch Big Love on Prime Video.

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    5. Anikulapo (2022)

    Running time: 1h 51m

    Director: Kunle Afolayan

    Genre: Drama/Fantasy

    In Anikulapo, Bimbo Ademoye plays Arolake, an unhappy queen despised by the other queens in the palace due to her close relationship with the king (Taiwo “Ogogo” Hassan). She meets a cloth maker named Saro (Kunle Remi), and her life takes a new turn.

    How does Arolake go from being a queen to the wife of a cloth maker? As her character evolves through betrayal and transformation, Bimbo proves once again that her acting range is anything but limited.

    Watch Anikulapo on Netflix.

    4. Selina (2022)

    Running time: 1h 29m

    Director: Bunmi Akingbola

    Genre: Comedy

    Bimbo Ademoye stars as Selina, a hilarious and illiterate cook who takes a job as a housemaid to repay a debt. While working in her new home, she unexpectedly falls in love with her boss, Reuben (Daniel Etim-Effiong).

    Bimbo’s performance in this film earned her the AMVCA 2023 award for Best Actress in a Comedy, beating out seasoned stars like Mercy Johnson and Funke Akindele.

    Watch Selina on YouTube.

    3. Looking for Baami (2019)

    Running time: 1h 39m

    Director: Biodun Stephen

    Genre: Comedy/Drama

    Bimbo Ademoye plays Ajindeife, a naive young pap seller grieving the loss of her mother. One day, she walks into the office of wealthy businessman Femi Oshinowo (Femi Jacobs) and boldly declares that he is her father.

    Initially sceptical and resistant—due to the shock, her background, and the weight of responsibility—Femi tries to push her away. But when a DNA test confirms her claim, the story unfolds into an emotional journey of acceptance and unexpected connection.

    This heartfelt film is one of Bimbo’s early standout roles and is often credited as one of the performances that brought her into the spotlight.

    Watch Looking For Baami on iRokoTV.

    2. Breaded Life (2021)

    Running time: 1h 51m

    Director: Biodun Stephen

    Genre: Comedy/Drama

    Bimbo Ademoye delivers a standout performance as Todowede, a bread seller who takes in and cares for Sunmisola (Timini Egbuson), a wealthy young man who suddenly finds himself forgotten by everyone, including his own family. Strangely, Todowede is the only one who remembers him.

    As Sunmisola adjusts to life as an ordinary man, Todowede becomes his anchor and guide. The film explores class divisions in Lagos, contrasting the rural and elite lifestyles in a way that feels both authentic and entertaining.

    Breaded Life is widely praised for its unexpected plot twist and is considered to showcase one of the best on-screen pairings between Bimbo and Timini. It’s a must-watch.

    Watch Breaded Life on Netflix.

    1. Broken Hallelujah (2025)

    Running time: 2h 22m

    Director: Great Valentine Edochie

    Genre: Family Drama/Romance

    In Broken Hallelujah, Bimbo Ademoye takes on one of her most emotionally charged roles yet as Moroundiya, the wife of Odukwudilli (Daniel Etim-Effiong). Despite their wealth and stable life, the couple struggles with fertility, and Moroundiya is caught in the painful, quiet battle of trying to conceive.

    Her character reflects the lived reality of many women facing reproductive challenges, especially in African societies where motherhood is heavily emphasised. The film also explores how faith becomes a refuge in times of adversity.

    From its beautiful visuals to its rich storytelling, Broken Hallelujah has been praised as one of the most powerful Nollywood releases of 2025. Don’t miss it.

    Watch Broken Hallelujah on YouTube.

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  • It’s hard to stand out and steal scenes playing opposite actresses like Adesua Etomi-Wellington and Bisola Aiyeola, but that’s precisely what Bimbo Ademoye did as the third sugar sister in Kayode Kasum’s 2019 comedic thriller, Sugar Rush. 

    Coming into 2020 as the film’s breakout star and the face of countless memes, Bimbo Ademoye has become an unstoppable force, transitioning from underrated YouTube and Iroko TV actress in films like, The Diary of a Crazy Nigerian Woman and One Long Day to a Netflix queen in Kunle Afolayan’s Aníkúlápó. 

    My introduction to Bimbo Ademoye came with 2017’s Back Up Wife with Seun Akindele. Her role reminded me of Funke Akindele’s star-making turn in the original Jenifa from 2008. While it was funny, I was also scared of these roles — the razz village girl who unintentionally makes herself the butt of every joke — as we’d seen it become a trope Funke Akindele still struggles to escape from years after Jenifa. 

    With new Nollywood constantly relying on comedic elements, whether they’re necessary or not, I’m not surprised Bimbo has successfully caught our attention. She was the funniest sister in Sugar Rush, the funny friend in Nneka the Pretty Serpent, and we can’t forget Ayinla from the legendary Tunde Kelani. 

    However, while other performers grasp onto these funny elements like their lives depend on it, Bimbo seamlessly skates through like it’s nothing. Her jokes are timely, and her presence is so consuming that, half of the time, I worry for her back because it can’t be easy carrying an entire production from start to finish. 

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    Comedy can often make characters one-dimensional, but Bimbo seems to have hacked the tropes she’s been given to present characters that feel real. Yes, her character is presented as a joke in films like Selina and Breaded Life. Still, instead of just laughing at them, you end up understanding their motivations and the fact that these could be real human beings, even though they’re exaggerated and fictional. 

    After making Citation — a film which failed to make the post sex for grades statement it was aiming for, and Swallow — popular only for it’s wigs, production design and Ijeoma Grace Agu’s revelatory performance, Kunle Afolayan finally redeemed himself in my eyes with his latest Netflix project, Aníkúlápó.

    The Yoruba epic was released in September 2022, and quickly became one of the most talked about Nollywood films of the year. Aníkúlápó also served as another reminder that men will disgrace you, even in the 1900s. 

    Stealing the show once again as the seductive turned vengeful, Arolake, Bimbo eats into her role with a certain level of depth and nuance that, in my opinion, the script didn’t really deserve. You want her in the beginning of the film, pity her by the second act, and by the time the credits roll, she makes you understand that it pays to be wicked, sometimes sha. 

    If there’s one thing Aníkúlápó showed, it’s Bimbo doesn’t have to be funny to keep you locked in by her performance. Another film that hinted at this side of her was Daniel Ademinokan’s 2018 redemption drama, Gone. That was the first time I thought, “Omo, this babe is going to go all the way.” 

    It also doesn’t hurt that Bimbo actually has a personality off-screen. Her sense of humour and ability to turn what could’ve been boring sponsored ads into hilarious original skits has made her a social media darling with over two million followers. If you haven’t already, you really need to get into her instagram character, Iya Barakat. 

    With the announcement of Sugar Rush 2 and Amazon Prime’s Gangs of Lagos coming soon, it’s safe to say Bimbo has made that transition from underrated to Nollywood it-girl status. I know we love it when our faves are underrated, but the truth is, Bimbo has become everyone’s fave, and honestly, that’s fine. It means we had taste from the start. 

    As Nollywood continues to push itself with productions like Brotherhood and For Maria: Ebun Pataki, I’m super excited to see more of Bimbo Ademoye, and yes, as this tweet said, we’re still rooting for a Bimbo and Uzor Arukwe romcom. 

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