LAGOS, NIGERIA — Nollywood actor, filmmaker and producer Rotimi Salami continues to raise the bar with his latest production, KILANKO: The Invincible Child, as the emotionally compelling drama makes its way to international audiences in Canada and the United States.
KILANKO: The Invincible Child has earned selections and nominations in different categories at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) 2026, further placing the Nigerian production on an international platform.
KILANKO: The Invincible Child in Toronto, Canada
KILANKO: The Invincible Child will screen in Toronto, Canada, on September 10, 2026, at the Fairview Library Theatre, 35 Fairview Mall Drive, Toronto, Ontario, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Audiences interested in attending are encouraged to visit Rotimi Salami’s official website for information about free tickets.
KILANKO Heads to the United States
The film will subsequently head to the United States, where Americana Archivar Plus Convergence will host screenings beginning in Indianapolis on October 8, 2026.
Details of tickets and additional U.S. screening cities will be announced soon.
“Tell a friend to tell their families. KILANKO is coming to you all.”
ABOUT KILANKO: THE INVINCIBLE CHILD
Runtime: 98 minutes
Genre: Drama
Cast: Allwell Ademola, Rotimi Salami, Ibrahim Chatta, Tina Mba, Yinka Quadri, Bimbo Manuel, Jumoke Salami, Biola Adebayo, Saheed Balogun, Bliss Salami
Director: Allwell Ademola
Synopsis
KILANKO: The Invincible Child delivers a deeply emotional and socially relevant narrative exploring the realities of sickle cell disease, motherhood, and cultural beliefs surrounding the concept of an “abiku” child.
The film draws audiences into the emotional struggles of its characters, particularly through its portrayal of a mother’s love, sacrifice and determination. Its veteran cast delivers compelling performances that bring depth, authenticity and emotional weight to the story.
While addressing sensitive social issues, KILANKO: The Invincible Child maintains its entertainment value, balancing its emotional moments with carefully placed elements of humour.
At its heart, the film is a story of resilience, sacrifice and hope. It also creates an opportunity to raise awareness about sickle cell disease while challenging cultural perceptions surrounding children believed to have a recurring spiritual connection.
With its realistic storyline and strong cultural authenticity, KILANKO: The Invincible Child offers audiences an emotional cinematic experience with a powerful social message.
Recommendation: Top-tier viewing.
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