Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has made history again as her latest film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, becomes one of the highest-grossing Nollywood movies of all time, raking in a staggering ₦1.88 billion at the box office.

Since its release, the comedy film has dominated cinemas across Nigeria, holding the No. 1 spot for seven consecutive weekends and attracting massive audiences.

The film’s success was evident from its opening weekend, where it grossed ₦190.4 million. It crossed the billion-naira mark by December 29, 2024, and has continued to climb.

Here’s a breakdown of its performance:

Total Gross: ₦1.88 Billion (and still counting)
No. 1 Movie in Nigeria for 7 weekends
Weekend Earnings 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)
Funke Akindele: Nollywood’s Box Office Powerhouse
With this latest success, Funke Akindele has once again proven herself as Nollywood’s most bankable filmmaker. Everybody Loves Jenifa follows the success of Battle on Buka Street and Omo Ghetto: The Saga, both of which also shattered records.

Her unique blend of comedy, drama, and relatable storytelling continues to draw fans to the cinema, reinforcing the growing influence of Nollywood and the demand for homegrown stories.

What’s Next for Everybody Loves Jenifa?
As the film’s box office numbers continue to climb, fans are eager to see what comes next for the Jenifa universe.

Meanwhile, Funke Akindele is already gearing up for her next project. Promotions have begun for her upcoming film, Finding Me, which is set to premiere on Prime Video on March 16, 2025.