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Funke Akindele has firmly cemented her legacy as one of Nollywood’s most influential filmmakers, achieving an unprecedented milestone: crossing the ₦1 billion mark at the box office three times in consecutive years.
Her remarkable streak spans three films A Tribe Called Judah (2023), Everybody Loves Jenifa (2024), and Behind the Scenes (2025) collectively redefining what commercial success looks like in Nigerian cinema.
The journey began in December 2023 with A Tribe Called Judah, a groundbreaking film that became the first Nigerian production to gross ₦1 billion.
The story, which revolves around a family’s daring heist motivated by maternal love, resonated strongly with audiences across the country.
Its appeal was not just in the plot but in the emotional depth and relatability of the characters, which propelled it to a peak of approximately ₦1.4 billion within just a few weeks.
This film proved that Nollywood could compete on a larger commercial scale, challenging the longstanding notion that local productions were limited in box office potential.
Building on that momentum, Akindele returned with Everybody Loves Jenifa in 2024. As a cinematic continuation of her highly popular franchise, the film surpassed all expectations, grossing over ₦1.8 billion.
Its fast-paced success highlighted Akindele’s ability to blend comedy, drama, and social commentary while maintaining mass appeal. The film’s performance reinforced her status as a filmmaker capable of delivering both consistent quality and box office results, making her one of the industry’s most reliable hitmakers.
The crowning achievement, however, came with Behind the Scenes in 2025. Released during the festive season, this film not only joined the billion-naira club but surpassed it, ultimately becoming the first Nollywood movie to cross the ₦2 billion mark.
Centered on the story of Aderonke Faniran, a real estate entrepreneur balancing family responsibilities and personal ambition, the film struck a chord with viewers nationwide.
Beyond the impressive numbers, Behind the Scenes established Akindele as the first filmmaker to claim the number-one spot at the box office for three consecutive years a feat unmatched in African cinema.
In just over two years, Funke Akindele’s films have accumulated over ₦5 billion in revenue, a testament to her storytelling prowess and understanding of audience tastes.
Her success illustrates the growing commercial viability of Nollywood and the potential for local filmmakers to achieve large-scale financial and cultural impact.
Akindele’s achievement also highlights an important evolution in Nigerian cinema: the ability to consistently deliver high-quality productions that combine compelling narratives with widespread audience appeal.
Her work sets a standard for filmmakers who aspire to create films that are both critically acclaimed and commercially successful.
Through innovation, creativity, and a deep connection with audiences, Funke Akindele continues to inspire Nollywood filmmakers and cinephiles alike, proving that Nigerian cinema is not only vibrant but also capable of historic accomplishments on a continental and global scale.
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