Nollywood’s box office growth has carried strongly into 2026, with Nigerian films continuing to post record-breaking cinema numbers. At the centre of this momentum is Funke Akindele, whose latest release has maintained dominance well into the new year.
Behind The Scenes Hits ₦1.7 Billion
Released in December 2025, Behind The Scenes has sustained massive audience turnout across Nigerian cinemas, pushing its total earnings to around ₦1.7 billion. FilmOne Entertainment, the movie’s official distributor, celebrated the milestone, saying:
Celebrating yet another incredible milestone, and we’re so sure we wouldn’t have done this without you and your love. Behind The Scenes hits a whopping 1.77 billion Naira…
Funke Akindele: Nollywood’s Bankable Filmmaker
Akindele’s continued success reinforces her position as Nollywood’s most bankable filmmaker. Her blockbuster hits A Tribe Called Judah, Everybody Loves Jenifa, and Behind The Scenes have all surpassed the ₦1 billion mark. A Tribe Called Judah set the stage as one of Nollywood’s earliest billion-naira films, while Everybody Loves Jenifa broke speed records in ticket sales. Behind The Scenes has carried that momentum seamlessly into 2026.
Other Holiday Releases Make Impact
Meanwhile, other holiday releases have also posted impressive figures. Toyin Abraham’s Oversabi Aunty has enjoyed a strong run into early 2026, grossing over ₦711 million in just 18 days at the Nigerian box office, as announced by her production team and confirmed by distributors.
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