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Chris Akwarandu is a veteran Nigerian actor, lecturer, filmmaker, and media professional with a strong presence in Nollywood. Born in the 1960s in Aba, Abia State, he has built...
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Chris Akwarandu is a veteran Nigerian actor, lecturer, filmmaker, and media professional with a strong presence in Nollywood. Born in the 1960s in Aba, Abia State, he has built a diverse career spanning acting, directing, writing, and academic work. He has appeared in notable films such as Day of Destiny (2021), Just Us (2022), and Love Happened (2022), earning recognition for his commanding screen presence and versatility. Beyond acting, he is also an educator and researcher with experience teaching theatre and communication-related studies. Chris Akwarandu is widely respected for his contribution to both Nigerian film and academic spaces.
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In a world where every move has consequences, Chess follows the lives of individuals from completely different worlds, bound together by love, ambition, betrayal, and survival. Dami is a rebellious but fiercely loyal teenager whose actions take a dark turn after a violent confrontation forces her to face her past and the damage she has caused. Lucy, a powerful corporate leader, battles sexism and personal heartbreak while dealing with a life-changing diagnosis that threatens her future. Jordan and Grace are deeply in love, but their relationship is tested when a life-saving surgery becomes financially out of reach. Meanwhile, Mandy plays a dangerous game of manipulation and revenge, unaware that her actions will collide with lives she cannot control. As secrets unfold and destinies intersect, one truth becomes clear: everyone is playing, but not everyone understands the game.