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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- Nigerian filmmaker Asurf Oluseyi makes his highly anticipated U.S. debut with 3 Cold Dishes, a sweeping Pan-African thriller executive-produced by Grammy winner Burna Boy and Mrs. Bose Ogulu (Mama Burna). The film premieres in select U.S. theaters on November 17, 2025, followed by a nationwide streaming release handled by Filmhub, a global sales and distribution company specializing in film, television, and creator-led content, on December 5.
FROM YOUTUBE TO THE WORLD STAGE
A self-taught visionary from Ipaja, Lagos, Asurf Oluseyi learned filmmaking through YouTube tutorials and online training, eventually becoming one of Nigeria's most dynamic contemporary directors. His journey from digital learner to global filmmaker was spotlighted in Google's "Africa Connected" campaign, recognizing his trailblazing use of technology to build a creative career from the African continent.
As founder of Asurf Films Ltd., Oluseyi's debut feature Hakkunde (2017) garnered more than ten international awards, represented Nigeria at FESPACO's 50th Anniversary, and now streams globally on Netflix. His short films Hell or High Water and A Day with Death have also earned multiple international accolades, including Best Short Film at IFAB Berlin and AMVCA.
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"We wanted to craft a story that speaks to shared trauma and shared resilience across borders," said Asurf Oluseyi. "Cinema has the power to start the conversations people are afraid to have."
A PAN-AFRICAN THRILLER WITH PURPOSE
3 Cold Dishes follows three women from Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire and Benin who reunite years after surviving human trafficking to plot a daring revenge mission that forces them to confront the past—and the systems that betrayed them.
Filmed across Nigeria, Benin, Mauritania, and Côte d'Ivoire, the feature was co-written by Tomi Adesina and stars Osas Ighodaro, Wale Ojo, Fat Toure, Maud Guerard, Femi Jacobs, and Bambadjan Bamba.
"This film is more than entertainment; it is a call to action," said Mrs. Bose Ogulu. "By confronting the truth of trafficking, we honor survivors and remind the world that Africa's stories belong to Africa's storytellers."
Beyond the screen, the film partners with the Care in the Chair™ (https://careinthechair.com/) initiative, which mobilizes the beauty industry to act as first responders—training professionals to recognize and report signs of domestic violence and human trafficking through salon-based awareness programs.
GLOBAL MOMENTUM AND RECOGNITION
Following its London world premiere at the O2, 3 Cold Dishes won Best World Film at the 2025 Harlem International Film Festival and earned eight nominations at the Africa Movie Academy Awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Cinematography.
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The U.S. rollout will coincide with Burna Boy's "No Signs of Weakness" tour, creating a powerful cultural bridge between African music and cinema audiences across the Diaspora.
"At Filmhub, we ignite opportunities for pioneering filmmakers like Asurf Oluseyi to share stories that matter," said Gregory Maurice, who is overseeing worldwide distribution of 3 Cold Dishes for Filmhub. "3 Cold Dishes courageously exposes the devastating reality of sex trafficking affecting young women across the globe. We're proud to bring this film to audiences around the world and elevate voices often left unheard."
PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION
Produced by Asurf Films, Spaceship Collective, Ifind Pictures, Martian Network, Imuetinyan Productions, Film Capital Production, Alma Productions, Black Mic Mac, MBO Capital, and Azure Noir. Associate Producers: Grand Strategy Consulting and Fortune Favours.
Distribution partners include Filmhub, FilmOne, Film26, and Evrit Films, with support from Air Peace UWESE and Mikano Motors. Worldwide distribution is handled by Gregory Maurice at Filmhub.
ABOUT ASURF OLUSEYI
Asurf Oluseyi is an award-winning Nigerian filmmaker known for his emotionally charged narratives and striking visual storytelling. His films champion African resilience and authenticity while engaging audiences across continents. With 3 Cold Dishes, Oluseyi solidifies his reputation as one of the most vital voices in the next generation of African cinema.
US MEDIA CONTACT
Zena Collins at Grand Strategy Consulting LLC
hello@grandstrategy.llc | www.3colddishes.com | +1 (202) 718 4974
FROM YOUTUBE TO THE WORLD STAGE
A self-taught visionary from Ipaja, Lagos, Asurf Oluseyi learned filmmaking through YouTube tutorials and online training, eventually becoming one of Nigeria's most dynamic contemporary directors. His journey from digital learner to global filmmaker was spotlighted in Google's "Africa Connected" campaign, recognizing his trailblazing use of technology to build a creative career from the African continent.
As founder of Asurf Films Ltd., Oluseyi's debut feature Hakkunde (2017) garnered more than ten international awards, represented Nigeria at FESPACO's 50th Anniversary, and now streams globally on Netflix. His short films Hell or High Water and A Day with Death have also earned multiple international accolades, including Best Short Film at IFAB Berlin and AMVCA.
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"We wanted to craft a story that speaks to shared trauma and shared resilience across borders," said Asurf Oluseyi. "Cinema has the power to start the conversations people are afraid to have."
A PAN-AFRICAN THRILLER WITH PURPOSE
3 Cold Dishes follows three women from Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire and Benin who reunite years after surviving human trafficking to plot a daring revenge mission that forces them to confront the past—and the systems that betrayed them.
Filmed across Nigeria, Benin, Mauritania, and Côte d'Ivoire, the feature was co-written by Tomi Adesina and stars Osas Ighodaro, Wale Ojo, Fat Toure, Maud Guerard, Femi Jacobs, and Bambadjan Bamba.
"This film is more than entertainment; it is a call to action," said Mrs. Bose Ogulu. "By confronting the truth of trafficking, we honor survivors and remind the world that Africa's stories belong to Africa's storytellers."
Beyond the screen, the film partners with the Care in the Chair™ (https://careinthechair.com/) initiative, which mobilizes the beauty industry to act as first responders—training professionals to recognize and report signs of domestic violence and human trafficking through salon-based awareness programs.
GLOBAL MOMENTUM AND RECOGNITION
Following its London world premiere at the O2, 3 Cold Dishes won Best World Film at the 2025 Harlem International Film Festival and earned eight nominations at the Africa Movie Academy Awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Cinematography.
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The U.S. rollout will coincide with Burna Boy's "No Signs of Weakness" tour, creating a powerful cultural bridge between African music and cinema audiences across the Diaspora.
"At Filmhub, we ignite opportunities for pioneering filmmakers like Asurf Oluseyi to share stories that matter," said Gregory Maurice, who is overseeing worldwide distribution of 3 Cold Dishes for Filmhub. "3 Cold Dishes courageously exposes the devastating reality of sex trafficking affecting young women across the globe. We're proud to bring this film to audiences around the world and elevate voices often left unheard."
PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION
Produced by Asurf Films, Spaceship Collective, Ifind Pictures, Martian Network, Imuetinyan Productions, Film Capital Production, Alma Productions, Black Mic Mac, MBO Capital, and Azure Noir. Associate Producers: Grand Strategy Consulting and Fortune Favours.
Distribution partners include Filmhub, FilmOne, Film26, and Evrit Films, with support from Air Peace UWESE and Mikano Motors. Worldwide distribution is handled by Gregory Maurice at Filmhub.
ABOUT ASURF OLUSEYI
Asurf Oluseyi is an award-winning Nigerian filmmaker known for his emotionally charged narratives and striking visual storytelling. His films champion African resilience and authenticity while engaging audiences across continents. With 3 Cold Dishes, Oluseyi solidifies his reputation as one of the most vital voices in the next generation of African cinema.
US MEDIA CONTACT
Zena Collins at Grand Strategy Consulting LLC
hello@grandstrategy.llc | www.3colddishes.com | +1 (202) 718 4974
Source: Grand Strategy Consulting LLC
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