Nollywood drama alert in December 2025! Ini Edo's holiday comedy 'A Very Dirty Christmas' has sparked outrage with Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) petitioning over the "offensive and blasphemous" title. Freedom of art or disrespect to Christmas? Get the full controversial gist and reactions below! 🔥
Ini Edo's highly anticipated Christmas comedy 'A Very Dirty Christmas' has landed in hot water on December 23, 2025, as the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) reportedly petitioned authorities over the film's title, calling it "offensive, blasphemous, and disrespectful to Christian faith." The movie, directed by Akay Mason and featuring Ini Edo, Lateef Adedimeji, Nancy Isime, Eucharia Anunobi, and Femi Branch, follows chaotic family holiday drama with laughs and secrets. Set for cinema release amid Detty December vibes, the petition demands title change or ban, arguing it mocks the sacred season.
Fans are divided on X: "Artistic freedom—it's just comedy!" vs "Respect Christmas name—change the title!" Ini Edo silent so far, but producers defend as "light-hearted family entertainment" not intended to offend. This echoes past Nollywood controversies like religious sensitivities in titles. As Naija gist site, this shows holiday films under scrutiny—Funke Akindele's 'Everybody Loves Jenifa' smashing records peacefully, while Ini's draws fire. Co-stars like Nancy Isime hyped the film earlier, promising "dirty laughs for Christmas."
Broader, it's Nollywood's December clash: Blockbusters competing for box office amid cultural debates. CAN's move highlights faith vs creativity tension in Naija entertainment. Fans speculate delay or title tweak—will it affect release? For Detty December cinema plans, this adds spice. As one viral reaction: "Christmas dirty or clean, we go watch!"
Your thoughts? CAN right to petition or overreaction? Watch the film anyway? Drop below—Nollywood, let's talk!
