Kunle Afolayan Faces Heavy Criticism after Describing Critics of Anikulapo Season 2 as Senseless
- Kunle Afolayan faced unending backlash after calling the critics of his new film, Anikulapo Season 2, as senseless and unintelligent
- The movie producer's comments were in response to the poor reviews trailing his new project, which was described as a waste of time by some viewers
- Many movie lovers reacted to Afolayan's statement as condescending and a slap on the faces of both fair and unfair critics
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Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has come under heavy criticism on social media after reacting strongly to negative reviews of his latest project, Aníkúlápó: The Ghoul Awakens.
The new release, which serves as the second season of his popular series Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre, was highly anticipated by fans who enjoyed the first season.
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However, shortly after it became officially available for streaming on Netflix as of January 30, 2026, many viewers expressed disappointment, saying the sequel did not live up to expectations.
Netizens review Anikulapo Season 2
Among those who shared critical opinions was X influencer Wizarab, who described the series as a “waste of time.” His comment was one of many low reviews that began trending online.
He wrote:
"This Season 2 of Anikulapo is a waste of time, insult to mental investment, and a complete nonsense. It was neither here nor there, and made absolutely no sense. Not every story deserves a continuation. Everyone involved should be ashamed."
Kunle Afolayan reacts to Anikulapo Season 2 Review
Reacting to the wave of criticism, Afolayan posted a video where he addressed his critics. In the clip, the filmmaker labelled those condemning the new season as lacking “common sense.”
He also stated that he had received positive feedback from people he called “intellectuals” and that their reviews were what truly mattered to him.
His remarks, however, did not sit well with many social media users. Several movie lovers accused the award-winning producer of dismissing genuine feedback from fans who simply expected better from the sequel.
One X user, @Letter_to_Jack, spoke on how he feels when artistes label their work as 'only meant for intellectuals', describing such statements as dismissive and condescending.
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According to him, great creators can make deep, meaningful works that both casual viewers and intellectual audiences can appreciate. He cited Carl Sagan’s Cosmos and Neil deGrasse Tyson’s science shows as examples of complex topics made simple and engaging for everyday people.
He added:
"Kunle himself has made interesting movies to critical acclaim in the past. He didn’t need to label those works “intellectual” before people discovered it on their own. Baba Tunde Kelani didn’t label his movies as well."
Reactions as Kunle Afolayan blasts critics
The debate has generated a broad conversation about criticism and how filmmakers should respond to audience feedback in the age of social media. Legit.ng gathered some reactions below:
@princeifeoluw14 said:
"The best art invites everyone in,it doesn’t gatekeep meaning."
@Deeneay insisted:
"Kunle majority who have watched your movie said is wack you said your movie is for literature professors and intellectuals. Kunle is a mad Man for defending a wack movie on Netflix like that he should have gone to the national theatre then"
@Emperor0012 added:
"Really disappointed in Uncle Kunle for this he should know better, every Art provider is subjected to criticism it is in your own knowledge as an Artist to work on those criticisms and don’t take it as an attack, these things is a prevalent Act among Artistes in our country."
@oyinloye_s stated:
"It's the need to sound smarter than others So if you don't like or critique the movie then you must not be intelligent..."
@ayoyimika__ concluded:
"Kunle is right with what he said. You're also right as well."
Kunle Afolayan on dancing to promote films
Legit.ng reported that Kunle Afolayan explained why he doesn’t promote his movies by dancing on social media like Funke Akindele and others, even though he was one of the first to use that method years ago.
He admitted that he cannot keep up with the energy it takes to constantly change costumes, create skits, and dance online to push a movie he had already invested massively in.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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