Funke Akindele has done it again!
If there is one person who holds the key to the Nigerian box office, it is the box office queen herself, Funke Akindele. Her latest blockbuster, "Behind The Scenes", has officially shattered all records to become the highest-grossing Nollywood movie of all time, crossing the monumental ₦2 billion mark.
This isn't just a win for Funke; it is a massive win for the entire Nigerian film industry.
Breaking the N2 Billion Ceiling
According to an official announcement by FilmOne Entertainment today (January 13, 2026), Behind The Scenes has grossed over ₦2,103,039,706 in ticket sales since its release in December 2025.
This achievement makes Funke Akindele the:
First filmmaker to have a movie gross over ₦2 billion in West Africa.
Highest-grossing filmmaker in Africa for three consecutive years (following the massive success of A Tribe Called Judah in 2023 and Everybody Loves Jenifa in 2024).
Funke Reacts: "Joy Overflow! "
Taking to her Instagram page to celebrate, the actress and producer was full of gratitude to God and her loyal fans (the Jenifa Fanmily).
"Joy overflows, my heart is full of gratitude to God and my amazing fans. Reaching this incredible milestone and still counting would not have been possible without you. I'm deeply grateful." — Funke Akindele
Why "Behind The Scenes" is Special
Unlike her previous comedy-heavy hits, Behind The Scenes offered a unique look into the chaos and drama of the film industry itself. The movie hit ₦512 million in just 12 days—the fastest opening in history—and has dominated the cinema charts for weeks, beating out international Hollywood blockbusters.
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Over to You: Have you watched Behind The Scenes at the cinema yet? Do you think it is Funke's best movie so far? Drop your comments below!
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