Funke Akindele Shatters Box Office Records with ₦2 Billion Gross
Funke Akindele has once again proven why she is the undisputed Queen of the Nigerian Box Office. Reports confirmed in mid-January reveal that her latest holiday blockbuster, Behind The Scenes, has officially crossed the staggering ₦2 billion mark in ticket sales.
This historic achievement makes Akindele the first filmmaker in Nollywood history to hit this milestone with a single movie. The film, released in December 2025, has enjoyed a mesmerizing run in cinemas, dominating the holiday season and outperforming international releases.
Industry analysts are calling this a watershed moment for African cinema. With this latest feat, Akindele has now broken her own previous records set by A Tribe Called Judah and Battle on Buka Street. Her ability to consistently deliver high-grossing family dramas has cemented her status as the industry's most bankable star.
"The numbers are unprecedented," stated a representative from FilmOne Entertainment. "We are seeing repeat viewership on a scale we haven't witnessed before. Funke understands the Nigerian audience perfectly."
A Golden Era for Nollywood
Akindele's success is part of a broader wave of excellence sweeping the industry. Just this week, Mo Abudu announced the cinema adaptation of The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives, promising another potential blockbuster for late 2026.
Meanwhile, other filmmakers are also making global strides. Iyabo Ojo's The Return of Arinzo continues to draw crowds with its mix of local and international stars.
What's Next?
Funke Akindele has taken to social media to thank her fans, the "Jenifans," for their unwavering support. While she has not announced her next project, industry insiders speculate she might take a brief hiatus before returning to the director's chair.
For now, Behind The Scenes shows no signs of slowing down, with sold-out shows still reported in major cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
Stay tuned to Naijarave.com for the final box office tally of this record-breaking run.
