Ghanaian Kumawood actor Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as LilWin, has revealed the long-standing reason behind the delayed release of his highly anticipated movie featuring the late Highlife icon Daddy Lumba.
In a video shared on his social media platforms, LilWin disclosed that Daddy Lumba first expressed interest in acting with him in 2017. According to him, the legendary musician had commended his creativity and impact in the movie industry and personally requested to collaborate.
LilWin recounted traveling to Accra to meet Lumba after receiving the message. “I was told Daddy wanted to meet me, so I went to see him in Accra. It was there that he told me how much he loved my movies and wanted to shoot with me,” he said.
Filled with excitement, the actor returned to Kumasi to assemble a star-studded cast including Bill Asamoah, Akrobeto, Vivian Jill, and Great Ampong for the project, titled MeKum Me Ho Ma Nipa.
However, the shoot came at a time when Daddy Lumba was reportedly battling health challenges. LilWin revealed that Odo Broni often accompanied the musician to the set and took him home after filming. “He usually woke up around 3 PM and got on set by 4 PM,” he said.
On set, LilWin recalled a moment where a visiting celebrity discouraged the Highlife legend, claiming there was no financial value in the movie industry. “After hearing that, you could see he was hurt,” LilWin shared, although Lumba continued filming regardless.
After production wrapped, LilWin gave Lumba a copy of the film to review. Although the singer initially praised it, he later requested a reshoot because he was unhappy with how his hair appeared on camera. “Daddy said a lot of women loved him and he didn’t look good in the movie, so we should redo it,” LilWin narrated. Despite repeated attempts over eight years to convince him otherwise, Lumba never approved a release.
Addressing recent social media chatter surrounding the late musician, LilWin expressed surprise and urged respect for the legacy of the Highlife legend, who he said contributed immensely to Ghanaian music.
With Lumba’s passing renewing public interest in the unreleased film, LilWin announced that the movie will finally be made public. “I’ll release the movie any day between tomorrow and Monday,” he confirmed.
The project is expected to draw significant attention, serving as a final on-screen memory of one of Ghana’s most celebrated musicians.
