Gossip Nation by Mike Kang

"Gossip Nation, a feature length film about African immigration in Blacktown and its communal challenges launches its public premiere on June 11th at Bankstown HOYTS cinema

Made by Korean-Australian director Mike Kang and producer Daniel Okoduwa, Gossip Nation is a 110 minute comedy / drama featuring local talents from the Blacktown community in Sydney, Australia.

The film explores current problems and attitudes towards immigration from both the majority and minority communities existing in Blacktown delivered with humor, emotion and fairness.

The story originated when producer Daniel Okoduwa, a local business owner and immigrant from Nigeria met with Mike Kang, a young Sydney filmmaker to reveal the problems and challenges within the African community.



“I believe Gossip Nation really represents what is possible in Australia today – that people of all cultures can come together and share their unique stories and points of view of our growing nation. And in the process we can work together to create something that can be shared, enjoyed and thought about. For me, this is what multiculturalism must be about.” Mike Kang added.

The film features a unique stylistic blend of both Nollywood (Nigeria) and conventional filmmaking, even featuring two Nollywood mega stars Mona Lisa Chinde and Ejike Asiegbu in guest appearance.

“We were so grateful to have Mona Lisa and Ejike fly into Sydney to act in the movie to show their support and friendship to Australia. Gossip Nation is really the first of its kind to blend both worlds of Australia and Nigeria”. Producer Daniel Okoduwa spoke.

Gossip Nation will premiere at Bankstown HOYTS, Cinema 6 on Saturday June 11th, 8:30pm. After party to be held. To book as an invited guest to the event, please contact either Scrim Entertainment on 9676 3407 or director Mike Kang on 0405 108 419"

for more information email: mailmikekang@gmail.com