Funke Akindele’s latest film, “Behind The Scenes,” has made a significant impact, earning over ₦200 million in its opening weekend. This achievement establishes it as the top box office opener of 2025 for Nollywood.
The film’s success was confirmed by FilmOne Entertainment, highlighting that “Behind The Scenes” has set multiple opening-weekend box office records and recorded the highest cinema admissions of the year. The film features a cast including Scarlet Gomez, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, and Funke Akindele herself.
This milestone is a testament to Akindele’s consistent success, following her previous record-breaking film, “A Tribe Called Judah,” which earned over ₦1.8 billion. “Behind The Scenes” explores the theme of the black tax, resonating with Nigerian audiences and drawing them back to cinemas.
The distributor, FilmOne, celebrated the achievement on Instagram, acknowledging Akindele as the “Queen of Box Office.” The film is still showing in cinemas across Nigeria, suggesting further growth in its earnings.
This success underscores Akindele’s position as a leading force in Nollywood, demonstrating the power of storytelling that connects with audiences. The film’s performance signals a new chapter in redefining commercial success within the industry.
