KEY POINTS

  • The Russo Brothers extended a huge invitation to the Ikorodu Bois
  • They wanted them to be present during the “Extraction 2” premiere
  • This was after their video of “Extraction” trailer remake went viral online
  • The Ikorodu Bois responded and accepted the invitation
  • “Extraction” star, Chris Hemsworth, also lauded Ikorodu Bois ingenuity
  • They also created a remake trailer of “Money Heist”

The Russo Brothers have invited the Ikorodu Bois to the premiere of “Extraction 2.” Of course, it was a yes and they said it was a dream come true.

Anthony and Joseph Russo, well-known as the Russo Brothers, took notice of Ikorodu Bois’ ingenious and creative skills after they created a remake of “Extraction” starring Chris Hemsworth.

The remake version of Hemsworth’s “Extraction” trailer went viral on social media after it was retweeted a thousand times. As soon as it caught the eyes of the Russo Brothers, they responded with nothing but praises to the Ikorodu Bois and offered the Nigerian internet sensation to witness the premiere of “Extraction 2.”

The Ikorodu Bois, in response via Twitter, accepted the Russo Brothers’ offer. Nigerian internet sensation said it would be a dream come true and they have been waiting for that day their whole lives.

Hemsworth’s “Extraction” trailer remake has reached more than 5 million views within 24 hours after it was uploaded by the Ikorodu Bois.

Hemsworth, the lead actor and one of the producers of “Extraction,” reposted the video on his Instagram account. The “Extraction” trailer remake now has more than 10.4 views.

“Huge shout out to these amazing young [filmmakers] @ikorodu_bois for recreating @extraction trailer shot for shot!” Hemsworth wrote.

He also thought that this version may have been better than the original and tagged the Netflix Film. The online media service provider, in response to Hemsworth’s Instagram post, said it was the most epic.

The Australian actor also took his appreciation for the Ikorodu Bois to Twitter and reposted the “Extraction” trailer remake with an “epic” caption.

The retweet revealed that on the day the Ikorodu Bois uploaded the remake clip, they asked for help from the netizens to retweet the video. They said they loved the “Extraction” movie and they hoped that Hemsworth and Netflix would see their work.

Many netizens reacted to Hemsworth’s way of showing appreciation to the Nigerian internet sensation.

The Ikorodu Bois became popular for imitating music videos and film trailers, The Guardian reported. Úrsula Corberó took notice of their talent and creativity when she reposted Ikorodu Bois’ version of “Money Heist” last month (May).

The Nigerian internet sensation, in response, thanked the Spanish actress for admiring their work.

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