EVERYBODY LOVES JENIFA SHATTERS BOX OFFICE RECORDS, CROSSES N500 MILLION MARK IN JUST 12 DAYS
Funke Akindele’s latest film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has broken multiple box office records in Nigeria, solidifying its position as one of the most successful Nollywood films of all time.
The movie, which premiered on December 29, 2023, has achieved the impressive feat of grossing N500 million in just 12 days, making it the fastest Nollywood movie to reach this milestone.
Everybody Loves Jenifa also set a new record for the highest-grossing opening weekend in Nollywood history, earning N206 million and selling 38,353 tickets. This surpasses the previous record held by Funke Akindele’s own film, A Tribe Called Judah, which became the first Nollywood film to cross the N1 billion mark in cinemas in 2023.
While reports suggest that Everybody Loves Jenifa may have crossed the N1 billion mark in just 19 days, this has not been officially confirmed. However, the film’s impressive performance suggests it’s on track to surpass A Tribe Called Judah’s record-breaking feat.
Everybody Loves Jenifa’s success can be attributed to its engaging storyline, talented cast, and Funke Akindele’s dedication to producing high-quality content. The film’s achievement is a testament to the growing popularity and commercial viability of Nollywood films.
As the film continues to break records, fans and industry stakeholders alike eagerly await official confirmation of its latest milestones.
BOX OFFICE RECORDS BROKEN BY EVERYBODY LOVES JENIFA
- Fastest Nollywood movie to gross N500 million (12 days)
- Highest-grossing opening weekend in Nollywood history (N206 million)
- Highest number of tickets sold on opening weekend (38,353)
