Ghanaian actor and producer Lil Win recently turned Nollywood star Harry B Anyanwu's 67th birthday into a viral moment. On October 8, 2026, Lil Win surprised Harry B with stacks of US dollar bills on the set of their joint film 'Journey to Africa'. The surprise celebration took place in front of the cast and crew, leaving Harry B visibly moved. He broke into a dance as those around him cheered and joined in the celebration.
The film 'Journey to Africa' is a cross-border movie currently in production across several locations in Ghana. This project marks Lil Win's second international film venture, following his earlier production 'A Country Called Ghana'. The film features a notable cross-border cast, including Nollywood stars Destiny Etiko and Patience Ozokwor. They arrived in Accra on September 30, 2026, to join the production.
Harry B travelled to Ghana through the Kotoka International Airport to take part in the film. This fulfills a public promise Lil Win had made earlier to feature him in the project. The production is seen as a sign of deepening ties between the Ghanaian and Nigerian film industries. Cast and crew have been sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of the shoot as it moves across different locations in Ghana.
Footage of the birthday surprise quickly spread on social media, generating amusement and comments from users. Some drew playful comparisons to fellow Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo, referencing his famous catchphrase about sharing money. Others praised Lil Win for the gesture and commended his efforts to blend Ghanaian and Nigerian pidgin-inflected English on set despite the language barrier.
Lil Win had explained his decision to work mainly with Nigerian actors on the project rather than casting locally. He noted that Nollywood actors typically review and respond to his scripts within about an hour, whereas some Ghanaian actors take over a week to respond or do not answer his calls at all. He emphasized that he would not beg anyone to be part of his productions.
Production on 'Journey to Africa' continues across multiple locations in Ghana. Cast members, including Harry B, Destiny Etiko, and Patience Ozokwor, are still on set as filming progresses. Although no release date for the film has been announced, the project is progressing with a notable cast and crew.
The viral birthday surprise has highlighted the collaborative spirit between Ghanaian and Nigerian film industries. As 'Journey to Africa' nears completion, fans and followers are eagerly awaiting the film's release. The project showcases the growing bond between the two industries and Lil Win's efforts to foster this connection through his productions.
Key points
- Lil Win surprised Harry B with stacks of US dollars on his 67th birthday during the filming of 'Journey to Africa' in Ghana.
- The film 'Journey to Africa' marks a growing collaboration between Ghanaian and Nigerian film industries.
- No release date has been announced for 'Journey to Africa', but production continues with a notable cast and crew.
