Actress Efe Irele has given fans a behind-the-scenes look at the intricate costume and makeup process for her role in Lisabi: The Uprising.
Taking to her Instagram on Sunday, Efe shared a video of herself getting into character as her face was meticulously transformed with makeup and she donned her costume.
The actress clearly excited, captioned the post, “Becoming ĘYĘ 
“We are number 1 on @naijaonnetflix guys!!! Yayyyyy!
“The reviews have been crazy! Thank you all for the love. Keep streaming and keep loving Ęyę. Oda mi l’oju pe e o ti ri orisa bi Eye ri… very demure… very mindful!
“This look! @hakeemeffect, makeup and costume departments, una finish work
“PS- I’ve watched LISABI 3 times already, somebody hold me… it’s just too good!”_
In Lisabi: The Uprising, Efe plays the role of Ęyę, a mystical humongous bird that allies with the protagonist, Lisabi, played by Lateef Adedimeji.
The story follows Lisabi as he leads a rebellion against the tyrannical Oyo rulers.
The film, released on Netflix on September 27, was executive-produced by Lateef Adedimeji and directed by Niyi Akinmolayan.
A collaboration between Al Notions Studios and Anthill Studios, the screenplay was co-written by Niyi Akinmolayan and Yinka Olaoye.
Lisabi: The Uprising is the first part of an epic saga, with the sequel, Lisabi: A Legend is Born, slated for release in January 2025.
The star-studded cast also includes Femi Adebayo, Odunlade Adekola, Ibrahim Itele Yekini, Mo Bimpe, Eniola Ajao, Liquorose Afije, and Ibrahim Chatta.
