Mahmood Ali-Balogun is a distinguished Nigerian filmmaker, producer, and cultural advocate known for his significant contributions to Nollywood and African cinema. With a career spanning over three decades, he has earned acclaim for his storytelling and leadership within the industry, notably as Chairman of the Audio Visual Rights Society (AVRS) of Nigeria. His film Tango With Me (2010) remains one of Nigeria’s most celebrated works, earning both critical and commercial success.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Mahmood Ali-Balogun |
| Date of Birth | July 19, 1959 |
| Place of Birth | Northern Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Filmmaker, Producer, Director, Cultural Worker, Managing Director of Brickwall Communications Ltd, Chairman of Audio Visual Rights Society (AVRS) Nigeria |
| Net Worth | Approximately $1 million |
Early Life and Education
Born on July 19, 1959, in Northern Nigeria, Ali-Balogun developed a passion for the arts early in life.
He pursued formal education at Obafemi Awolowo University (formerly University of Ife), where he studied Dramatic Arts with a specialization in film and television production. This education laid the foundation for his multifaceted career in film.
Career
Mahmood Ali-Balogun began his career as an actor, featuring in productions such as If… A Tragedy of the Ruled (1983).
He later transitioned into directing and producing, focusing on socially conscious documentaries like Child & Women Trafficking: The New Slavery (2002) and Environmental Pollution in Nigeria (2003).
His breakthrough feature film, Tango With Me (2010), starring Genevieve Nnaji and Joseph Benjamin, received multiple nominations at the Africa Movie Academy Awards and won Best Directing at the Nollywood Movies Awards in 2012. The film also achieved notable box office success.
Beyond filmmaking, Ali-Balogun has served in prominent leadership roles, including President of the Federation Panafricaine des Cinéastes (FEPACI) and founding President of the National Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners (NANTAP).
He continues to influence Nollywood through consulting and producing projects such as the biopic Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (2024).
Personal Life
Ali-Balogun keeps his personal life private, with little public information regarding his family or relationships.
Mahmood Ali-Balogun Net Worth
Mahmood Ali-Balogun’s current net worth is estimated at approximately $1 million reflecting his extensive career and involvement in successful films within the Nigerian film industry.
Filmography
- The Cartel (2013)
- Tango With Me (2010)
- Dance of the Maidens (2005)
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (2024, consulting producer)
- Peace Mission (2008)
- Flower Girl (2013)
- Man of God (2022)
Awards and Recognitions
Ali-Balogun has received numerous accolades, including Best Directing at the 2012 Nollywood Movies Awards and multiple Africa Movie Academy Award nominations. His leadership roles within the industry further highlight his influence and commitment to advancing African cinema.
