Funke Akindele has once again made history in the Nigerian film industry with her 2024 film, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa (ELJ). This latest release has surpassed her previous record set by ‘A Tribe Called Judah.’
Released on December 13, 2024, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ has grossed ₦1,466,852,338, surpassing the ₦1,404,187,806 earned by ‘A Tribe Called Judah’.
Akindele’s star power is unquestionable, and her recent dominance in cinemas has attracted global attention. Her films continue to resonate with Nigerians and Africans, demonstrating her broad appeal.
‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ currently leads the Nigerian box office, placing Funke Akindele as the holder of the top three highest-grossing movies in Nigeria:
- Everybody Loves Jenifa (2024)
- A Tribe Called Judah (2023)
- Battle on Buka Street (2022)
Recognised for her exceptional talent in filmmaking, storytelling, and self-promotion, Funke Akindele has achieved a milestone highlighting the success of Nigerian cinema.
With ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa,’ she evokes nostalgia among her audience, reminding them of her iconic, fun-loving character, Jenifa.
The film features a talented cast, including Nancy Isime, Stan Nze, Bisola Aiyeola, Patience Ozokwor, Chimezie Imo, Jackie Appiah, Folarin Falana, Isaac Olayiwola (known as Layi Wasabi), and more.
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