Cam’ron Clashes With Dame Dash Over 50 Cent’s ‘Paid in Full’

50 Cent is set to revive Paid In Full, the 2002 film that cemented itself as a landmark in hip-hop cinema. The rapper and producer announced that he has secured the rights to reimagine the cult favorite as a television series, signaling his continued expansion from music into television and film.

On Instagram, 50 Cent billed the project as a “premium TV” adaptation, comparing its scope to Godfather of Harlem. “If you like God Father of Harlem, you’re gonna love this,” he wrote. Joining him as executive producer is Cam’ron, one of the film’s original stars, who will once again play a pivotal role in shaping the story. 50 also encouraged interested collaborators to reach out to Cam’ron directly, noting, “I’m out of the country,” a reminder of his reach even from afar.

Hype Meets Shade

Cam’ron echoed the excitement in a post of his own, declaring, “We gonna burn this sh*t down!!” The energy, however, was quickly met with resistance. Dame Dash, who once controlled the rights to Paid In Full, inserted himself into the conversation with a cutting remark: “I want to congratulate him for making 50 his new boss.” Cam’ron fired back, brushing off the comments and suggesting Dash was seeking attention by reentering the spotlight.

The exchange only fueled anticipation around the project, as fans speculated on what a reimagined Paid In Full might look like. On social media, one admirer called it “Best news I’ve heard this week!!!” while another urged caution: “Respectfully, pls don’t ruin it. This is my favorite ‘independent’ film of all time.”

Little is known about casting or direction, but expectations are steep, given the original’s memorable performances by Wood Harris and Mekhi Phifer. Still, 50 Cent’s growing track record in television—with Power and BMF among his successes—has given audiences reason to believe he can translate the raw energy of the film into a new medium. Two decades after its release, Paid In Full is being primed for another life, carrying with it the same blend of nostalgia and scrutiny that helped define its legacy.