'Postcards' (2024) air date, plot, full cast and how to stream Netflix's drama series
Show name: Postcards
Platform: Netflix
Date of release: May 3, 2024
Country of origin: Nigeria
Genre: Drama
Director: Hamisha Daryani Ahuja
Full cast list: Sola Sobowale, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Tobi Bakre, Rajneesh Duggal, Rahama Sadau, and Nancy Isime
Netflix is gearing up for its latest Nigerian release 'Postcards'. Produced and directed by Hamisha Daryani Ahuja, the series is about an external journey from Nigeria to India, and an internal journey of self-acceptance.
'Postcards' adds to the already impressive list of Nigerian content on Netflix and this time it has something for both Nigerian and Indian viewers with both countries featured prominently in the series.
Hamisha Daryani Ahuja has previously produced the movie 'Namaste Wahala' which also showcased India and Nigeria prominently.
What is the plot of 'Postcards'?
'Postcards' is a series about four individuals going through a wide spectrum of emotions. The series tells the story of four Nigerians in India and their journey towards self-acceptance.
It is about coming face to face with human fears and desires and embarking on a journey of discovering love and the inner world of a human being.
The official synopsis of the series reads, "When a Nigerian single mother travels to India for a medical checkup, her journey will end up touching the lives of everyone she meets."
Main cast of 'Postcards'
Richard Mofe-Damijo
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Richard Mofe-Damijo aka RMD, is a popular Nigerian actor, writer, and politician who has been recognized for his work in Nigerian cinema. He won the Africa Movie Academy Award in 2005.
His first prominent role as an actor came in 'Ripples' which was a soap opera where he played the role of a policeman but he gained fame for his portrayal of a villain in the soap, 'Checkmate'. He played the character of Segun Kadiri.
The man who started his career being a journalist has won multiple awards for his performances including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 12th Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Sola Sobowale
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Sola Sobowale is a prominent film producer, director, and actor who became popular after her big break in 'Super Story: Oh Father, Oh Daughter', a popular TV show.
Her most acclaimed work to date is the movie 'King of Boys' where she played a powerful businesswoman Eniola Salami. She won the Best Actress award at the 2019 Africa Movie Academy Awards.
Other notable work includes, 'The Wedding Party', 'The Diamond Ring' and 'Gold Statue'.
Tobi Bakre
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Tobi Bakre is an actor and model who was the runner-up in 'Big Brother Nigeria'. He began his acting career when he appeared on a daily show called 'Hustle'. His first major break in films came in the form of 'Sugar Rush' where he played a mischievous lover.
'Sugar Rush' was a box-office hit and it catapulted Tobi to popularity. His popularity grew even further after 'Gangs of Lagos', where he played the role of Oba. The movie was showcased at TIFF.
His movie 'The Blood Covenant' was among the highest-grossing films in the country.
How to stream 'Postcards'?
'Postcards' will be streaming on Netflix from Friday, May 3, 2024.
Access to the series requires a Netflix membership, available starting from $6.99/month for the standard plan with ads. The standard plan without ads is priced at $15.49/month, while the Premium plan costs $22.99/month.
'Postcards' trailer