Nollywood’s beloved actress Funke Akindele is on the verge of making history! Her latest blockbuster, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has already raked in an impressive ₦1.8 billion at the box office, and now the star is rallying her fans to push the film to an even bigger milestone—₦2 billion!
In a fun-filled video shared on her X (formerly Twitter) account, Funke cracked a joke with her loyal followers, saying, “Abeg, no be only me get the ₦1.8 billion o! Cinema go collect, tax go collect, distributor go collect! Maybe when I get to ₦2 billion, I fit settle.” With her trademark humor and charm, she urged everyone to keep supporting the movie, ensuring it crosses that all-important ₦2 billion mark.
The film’s phenomenal success has further solidified Akindele’s reign as Nollywood’s top-grossing lead actress of 2024. According to FilmOne, a leading Nigerian film distribution company, this achievement highlights Akindele’s widespread appeal and her contribution to Nollywood’s global growth.
But it’s not just Akindele who’s shining in the spotlight this year! Wunmi Toriola is riding high in second place, thanks to her hit movie Queen Lateefah, while Toyin Abraham takes the third spot with Alakada Bad and Boujee. These leading ladies, along with Akindele, are paving the way for Nollywood’s female stars to dominate the box office like never before.
In fact, the top ten highest-grossing lead actresses list is bursting with talent, including Tomike Adeoye (Ajosepo), Eniola Ajao (Beast of Two Worlds: Ajakaju), and Kehinde Bankole (Funmilayo Ransome Kuti). The likes of Adunni Ade (Lakota) and Uche Nwaefuna (Thinline, Silent Intruder, The Betrayed) are also making their mark, proving that Nollywood women are now at the forefront of financial box office triumphs.
With Everybody Loves Jenifa closing in on that ₦2 billion milestone, Akindele continues to show she’s more than just a star—she’s a box office queen! Her enduring success is a testament to her talent, dedication, and ability to captivate audiences. Keep watching, Nollywood fans—Funke Akindele is just getting started, and she’s set to break even more records.
