Titled ‘The Beginning of the End’, the film is scheduled to premiere in theaters on December 25, 2025, ensuring an exciting Detty December for audiences.
Adetiba, celebrated for her hit films like ‘The Wedding Party’ and ‘King of Boys’, shared this exciting announcement on her Instagram account during her birthday festivities.
She wrote, “KOB Army… ARISE!!! It’s time… We MOOOOOOOVE. Signed: Your General. #KOB3 #TheBeginningOfTheEnd #DettyDecember25 #KAV25.”
Fresh Faces, Same Excitement
The forthcoming installment will introduce a blend of new characters while also reintroducing some cherished figures from the series.
The narrative continues to focus on Alhaja Eniola Salami, portrayed by the renowned Nollywood star Sola Sobowale. This influential businesswoman and philanthropist once again finds herself embroiled in a perilous political power struggle.
The ‘King of Boys’ franchise began in 2018, receiving widespread acclaim for its engaging storyline and outstanding performances. Its sequel, ‘King of Boys: The Return of the King’, debuted on Netflix in 2021, shattering viewership records.
The talented ensemble cast, featuring Nse Ikpe-Etim, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Adesua Etomi, and Jide Kosoko, vividly brought this compelling story to life.
Kemi Adetiba: From Radio Personality to International Filmmaker
Prior to her success in Nollywood, Adetiba established herself as a prominent radio presenter at Rhythm 93.7 FM, where she hosted beloved shows such as ‘Soul’d Out’ and ‘Sunday at the Seaside’.
She subsequently made a successful transition to television, producing and hosting well-received programs like ‘Studio 53’ and ‘Temptation Nigeria’.
In a significant career shift, she stepped away from the limelight to study filmmaking at the New York Film Academy. Her short film, ‘Across a Bloodied Ocean’, received international acclaim, premiering at the 2009 Pan African Film Festival. In 2016, Adetiba made her directorial debut with the feature film ‘The Wedding Party’, which opened the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and quickly became a hit in Nollywood.
Future Endeavors for Adetiba
In addition to ‘King of Boys 3’, Adetiba has teased several upcoming projects, including ‘To Kill A Monkey’ and ‘Welcome to the Fourth’. Given her track record of setting records and challenging norms, audiences can anticipate nothing less than outstanding work.
As the anticipation builds for December 25, the question arises: will ‘King of Boys 3’ fulfill its promise as ‘The Beginning of the End’? One thing is clear—Adetiba is poised to create yet another remarkable film.