Isoken

In the bustling heart of Lagos, Nigeria, “Isoken” follows the vibrant life of a thirty-something woman named Isoken Afolabi, a confident and ambitious wedding planner known for her creative flair and unyielding independence. With her keen eye for detail, Isoken orchestrates the most enchanting weddings in the city, but as she stands on the sidelines watching couples say “I do,” she feels the weight of societal pressure mounting on her to find her own perfect match.

Despite her success, Isoken struggles with her family’s high expectations, particularly from her traditional mother who believes her daughter’s single status is a blemish on the family’s reputation. Each family gathering becomes a battleground of awkward questions and well-meaning scrutiny, pushing Isoken to confront the realities of her love life. With the lessons learned from the couples she helps, she embarks on a quest to redefine what love means to her, challenging cultural norms that dictate her fate.

As her career flourishes, Isoken finds herself entangled in a love triangle: a charming but inflexible childhood friend, Kunle, who embodies stability but feels stuck in their history; and Dele, an adventurous artist who ignites her passion for life and dreams. Each man brings out different facets of Isoken’s personality, complicating her journey as she navigates her feelings and the expectations of those around her.

Guided by her ever-supportive best friend, Titi, who is navigating her own relationship troubles, Isoken learns to assert herself and embrace her desires. As wedding season heats up, she decides to plan her own romantic getaway in an effort to clear her head, leading to a series of unexpected twists that force her to confront not only her heart but the societal constructs around love.

Through laughter, heartache, and discovery, “Isoken” is a lively exploration of self-empowerment, tradition, and the quest for authentic love. Isoken’s journey resonates with anyone who has grappled with their identity in a world full of expectations, ultimately highlighting that the most beautiful moments in life often come when we embrace who we truly are.