‘RECORD BREAKER!’ Funke Akindele’s Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Becomes Highest-grossing Movie of All Time

Award-winning actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reached another milestone as her latest film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, becomes the highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time. The film has amassed an unprecedented N1.466 billion at the Nigerian box office, cementing Akindele’s status as a trailblazer in the Nigerian film industry.

A Legacy of Box Office Dominance
This historic achievement adds to Akindele’s impressive streak of box office successes over the years. Her 2020 blockbuster Omo Ghetto: The Saga raked in N636 million, while her 2021 hit Battle on Buka Street earned N668 million. In 2023, she broke new ground with A Tribe Called Judah, the first Nollywood film to surpass the N1 billion mark, generating N1.404 billion.

A Beloved Franchise Returns
Everybody Loves Jenifa is a continuation of the widely adored Jenifa series, which first captivated audiences in 2008. The film brings back the beloved character Jenifa in a fresh and engaging storyline, supported by a stellar cast including Patience Ozokwor, Jide Kosoko, and Falz. The combination of nostalgia and exceptional performances has resonated deeply with audiences, contributing to its record-breaking success.

A Milestone for Nollywood
The distributor, Filmone, expressed gratitude to fans in a celebratory message, highlighting the movie’s impact on the industry.

“RECORD BREAKER. Everybody Loves Jenifa has officially hit a historic N1.466 billion and counting at the box office, making it the highest-grossing film of all time!”

the statement read.

The film continues to draw crowds in cinemas across Nigeria and Ghana, signaling even greater achievements ahead for Funke Akindele and Nollywood.

With Everybody Loves Jenifa rewriting the history books, Akindele’s accomplishments serve as an inspiration to filmmakers and a testament to the growing global appeal of Nigerian cinema.