- Funke Akindele’s film “Everybody Loves Jenifa” has grossed over ₦1 billion in 19 days.
- The movie has sold 201,604 tickets and captured 40% of December’s box office revenue.
- It’s the fastest film to hit the billion-naira mark in West Africa.
- The film has also performed well internationally, grossing $194,560 in the UK, US, Canada, and other territories.
- “Everybody Loves Jenifa” has become one of the top box office hits of the year in Nigeria and Ghana.
Funke Akindele’s latest film, “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” has shattered box office records in West Africa, grossing over ₦1 billion in just 19 days. The movie has sold an impressive 201,604 tickets, capturing 40% of December’s box office revenue.
This achievement marks a historic milestone for Akindele, cementing her position as a leading figure in Nollywood. The film’s success has also positioned it as one of the top box office hits of the year in both Nigeria and Ghana.
Akindele expressed her gratitude on social media, thanking her fans for their support. The movie’s international release on December 20 has also yielded impressive results, grossing $194,560 (approximately ₦300 million) across markets in the UK, US, Canada, and other territories.
The film’s universal appeal has been evident in sold-out screenings in major cities like London and New York. Akindele’s unique blend of humor, drama, and social commentary has resonated with global audiences, solidifying her reputation as one of Nollywood’s most influential figures.
