Everybody Loves Jenifa Funke Akindele highest-grossing Nollywood film box office record

Funke Akindele’s much-anticipated movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has set a new milestone in Nollywood by becoming the highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time amassing over ₦1.6 billion at the box office since its release in December 2024.

The film, a continuation of the popular Jenifa franchise, launched with a record-breaking ₦45.2 million on opening day and grossed ₦207 million in its first five days shattering previous Nigerian cinema records. By the end of December 2024 it had surpassed ₦1 billion achieving this feat faster than any other Nollywood title to date.

The blockbuster’s success was buoyed by a star-studded cast and widespread audience appeal across Nigeria and the diaspora.

Everybody Loves Jenifa maintained its top position for seven consecutive weekends, demonstrating remarkable staying power at cinemas nationwide.

Industry reports highlight that the movie’s total box office revenue reached approximately ₦1.8 billion by early March 2025 cementing Funke Akindele’s status as West Africa’s reigning box office queen.

The film’s blend of humor, drama, and relatable social themes resonated deeply with audiences contributing to its record-breaking commercial success and elevating the standards for future Nollywood productions.

This achievement marks a significant development for the Nigerian film industry signaling growing market potential and audience engagement on home soil.

This landmark box office run follows on the heels of Akindele’s previous hit, Omo Ghetto: The Saga which grossed over ₦1.5 billion underscoring her consistent ability to deliver blockbuster hits that dominate the Nigerian cinematic landscape.