Funke Akindele’s Everybody Loves Jenifa Smashes Box Office Records with ₦1.88 Billion
Funke Akindele has done it again! Her latest blockbuster, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has etched its name in Nollywood history, raking in an astounding ₦1.88 billion at the Nigerian box office.
The film, which continues the beloved Jenifa franchise, dominated cinemas week after week, holding the No. 1 spot for seven consecutive weekends and becoming one of the highest-grossing Nollywood films of all time.
A Record-Breaking Box Office Run
Since its release, Everybody Loves Jenifa has attracted massive audiences, delivering an exceptional box office performance. Here’s a breakdown of its earnings:
Total Gross: ₦1.88 billion and counting!
No. 1 Movie in Nigeria for 7 consecutive weekends
Weekend Performance Highlights:
- Dec 6 – 12: ₦16.8M (Pre-release)
- Dec 13 – 15: ₦190.4M (₦207.1M Total)
- Dec 20 – 22: ₦157.5M (₦513.1M Total)
- Dec 27 – 29: ₦250M (₦1.035B Total)
- Jan 17 – 19: ₦53.4M (₦1.711B Total)
- Jan 24 – 26: ₦40.7M (₦1.775B Total)
- Jan 31 – Feb 2: ₦26.5M (₦1.820B Total)
- Feb 7 – 9: ₦13.1M (₦1.848B Total)
- Feb 14 – 16: ₦13.2M (₦1.866B Total)
- Feb 21 – 23: ₦6.8M (₦1.879B Total)
Nollywood’s Box Office Powerhouse
With this incredible feat, Funke Akindele cements her status as Nollywood’s most bankable filmmaker. Everybody Loves Jenifa follows the massive success of her previous hits like Battle on Buka Street and Omo Ghetto: The Saga, which also shattered records.
Akindele’s unique storytelling, blending comedy and drama with relatable characters, continues to draw audiences in large numbers, proving that Nigerian stories told authentically resonate deeply with viewers.
What’s Next for Everybody Loves Jenifa?
As the film’s earnings continue to rise, fans are excited about what’s next for the Jenifa universe. Given Funke Akindele’s track record, surprises may still be in store. Meanwhile, anticipation is building for her upcoming film, Finding Me, which is set to premiere on Prime Video on March 16, 2025.
With Akindele’s consistent box office dominance, there’s no doubt she remains a driving force in Nollywood’s ever-expanding influence.
