"If you won't pay for my movies, don't show them": Lil Win warns TV stations

Lil Win Warns Ghanaian TV Stations Against Illegal Streaming of His Movies

Lil Win has warned Ghanaian TV stations about illegally streaming his films.

The Kumawood actor posted a video on April 29. He criticized these stations for unfairly treating local filmmakers.

In the video, he addressed the CEOs of these TV stations. He urged them to stop promoting illegal practices.

Lil Win pointed out that many TV stations pay for Asian soap operas. They often neglect local filmmakers in favor of foreign content.

Some popular Asian shows, like *Kumkum Bhagya*, have gained significant attention in Ghana. The Multimedia Group even invited the cast to Ghana for an event.

He believes that Ghanaian TV stations should support local productions as they do with foreign ones.

His comments follow concerns raised by Nollywood actress Bimbo Ademoye about similar issues. Kafui Danku, the new CEO of the National Film Authority, plans to revoke licenses from some infringing TV stations.

Public Reactions to Lil Win's Warning

Many netizens reacted to Lil Win's warning against Ghanaian TV stations. Goodnews Isaiah expressed confusion over why they buy foreign content instead of supporting local films.

He mentioned that he prefers older Ghallywood movies for their meaningful stories.

Charlie Bwoy commented on the trend of turning to Kumawood due to Nigerian producers' success.

Peter Koomson Koomson criticized those harming the industry while expecting growth in return.

Baffoe Enock suggested that Lil Win should thank these TV stations instead. He argued that local content needs improvement and creativity to be marketable.

Sam George Responds to Piracy Concerns

Earlier, Sam George acknowledged Bimbo Ademoye’s complaints about illegal streaming by Ghanaian TV stations.

He assured her that he would discuss this issue with a colleague minister for a solution.

This follows Kafui Danku's first public address on intellectual property infringements since becoming CEO of the National Film Authority.