Tunde Kelani

thumb|Tunde_Kelani Tunde Kelani (born February 26, 1946), popularly known as TK, is a Nigerian filmmaker. In a career spanning more than four decades, TK specialises in producing movies that promote Nigeria's cultural heritage, particularly that of the Yoruba. Quotes African storytelling is unique because it preserves, interprets, and passes on culture. I started film making journey as photographer –Tunde Kelani 2 September 2025, THE SUN (Nigeria) You have to sacrifice everything to get what you want in life. I worked as cleaner while in London film school — Tunde Kelani 22 December 2023, DAILY TRUST (Nigeria). No, they call me TK mostly because when I'm working it is what people call me. I want people to be free with me because that way I get the best out of them. Why I'm not a Purist Filmmaker- Tunde Kelani 27 July 2019, THE INTERVIEW (Nigeria). My films are hits because I respect my audience. My name and reputation are all I have. There is a standard below which I cannot perform. It takes time and consistency for an audience to trust you. Piracy almost ruined me—Tunde Kelani 23 October 2016, THE PUNCH (Nigeria). I believe the secret to creative film-making is in books. That is why I tell young people to read as much as they can. It is a pity that Nigerians don’t like to read. Piracy almost ruined me—Tunde Kelani 23 October 2016, THE PUNCH (Nigeria). External links Category:Film directors from Nigeria Category:1946 births Category:Living people