Oversabi Aunty is a vibrant family comedy that humorously explores meddling, emotional boundaries, family conflict, and personal growth, driven by strong comedic performances and emotional realism.
The story revolves around Aunt Funke, a loud, outspoken, and overly opinionated woman who firmly believes she knows what is best for everyone around her. Her constant interference in family matters ranging from marriage decisions and parenting choices to career paths and personal relationships creates endless chaos.
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Funke’s intrusive behavior, though driven by love and concern, gradually becomes unbearable. Her siblings, nieces, nephews, and extended family members begin to resent her constant involvement, leading to emotional confrontations, misunderstandings, and broken relationships.
Despite her good intentions, Funke refuses to acknowledge her flaws, often justifying her actions as “family responsibility.” Her refusal to respect boundaries eventually pushes her family to distance themselves from her emotionally, leaving her isolated and confused.
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As loneliness sets in, Funke is forced to reflect deeply on her actions. She begins to recognize that love does not always mean control and that true care requires understanding, patience, and respect for personal choices.
Through emotional self-discovery, reconciliation, and heartfelt apologies, Funke attempts to mend broken relationships and rebuild trust within her family. The film blends laughter with emotional depth, ultimately delivering a powerful message about humility, growth, forgiveness, and emotional maturity.
Oversabi Aunty stands out for its perfect balance of humor and heartfelt life lessons, making it both entertaining and deeply relatable.
Director: Toyin Abraham
Cast: Toyin Abraham, Broda Shaggi, KieKie, Mercy Johnson, Jide Kosoko
Runtime: 2h 07min
