Damilola Mike-Bamiloye Reveals How His Father Initially Rejected Agbara Nla Remake

Christian actor and filmmaker Damilola Mike-Bamiloye has revealed that his father, renowned Christian filmmaker Mike Bamiloye, initially declined a proposal to remake the 1993 Christian classic, Agbara Nla, before eventually approving the project.

According to Bush Radio Academy, Damilola disclosed that he and his brother, Joshua, first approached their father about remaking the popular film about four years ago. However, Mike Bamiloye reportedly told them that the time was not yet right for the project, prompting the brothers to respect his decision and put the idea on hold.

The filmmaker explained that the remake project resurfaced last year after a conversation with a producer identified as Chris, who encouraged them to revisit the idea. Following the renewed interest, Damilola and his brother reportedly prayed about the project before approaching their father again.

This time, Mike Bamiloye gave the brothers his approval to proceed with the production. Damilola recalled that although his father had initially asked them to wait, he later supported the project and encouraged them to move forward.

The new film, titled Agbara Nla: The Return, was reportedly shot within 20 to 21 days and brings back some of the original characters while introducing new elements to make the story relevant to contemporary audiences.

Damilola also spoke about the experience of directing his father, who reprises his role as Isawuru in the new production. He recalled watching the original Agbara Nla as a four-year-old and imitating his father’s character alongside his siblings.

According to the filmmaker, the new production preserves the central message of the original movie while expanding the storyline with additional characters, locations and other elements designed for a cinematic audience.

Agbara Nla: The Return is scheduled for a nationwide cinema release and is expected to maintain the Christian-focused storytelling associated with Mount Zion’s filmmaking tradition while presenting the classic story to a new generation.