By Glam & Essence
Trans woman, Okuneye Idris, popularly known as “Bobrisky” has won best dressed at the premiere of the movie, “Ajanaku: Beast of Two Worlds”, which held on Sunday, March 25th, 2024,at the Circle Mall in Lekki, Lagos.
It was a gathering of Nollywood celebrities who turned up for the movie produced by actress, Eniola Ajao.
The premiere had a twist,as it was a fashion affair, which saw celebrities at the event glammed up for the red carpet
As expected, popular Nigerian transgender, Bobrisky, who was in attendance didn’t disappoint on the red carpet , stealing the show on red carpet look.
The controversial celebrity slayed in a stunning black sequined gown with hair styled in curls, completing the look with a black lipstick.
The look won Bobrisky the award for “Best Dressed Woman” at the event,while Big Brother Naija alum, Groovy was awarded “Best Dressed Man.”
Bobrisky’s winning of the award has caused a steer as the reactions to it hasn’t been complimentary.
Many are claiming that awarding ‘Mummy of Lagos’ as Bob is fondly called is an affront to the biological women who attended the movie premiere,considering Nigeria’s social perceptions and legal laws regarding transgender identity and queer identity.
Directed by the collaborative efforts of Odunlade Adekola and Adebayo Tijani,the movie, “Ajanaku” boasts of a powerful cast,featuring Odunlade Adekola himself,alongside Femi Adebayo, Mercy Aigbe, Lateef Adedimeji, Ibrahim Chatta, and Fathia Balogun.
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