Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele has boldly projected that her upcoming movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa, will shatter records and rake in N5 billion at the box office upon its release this December.
Speaking in a viral video alongside the cast, Akindele expressed unwavering confidence in the film’s success. “We are making N5 billion this year,” she declared, sparking excitement among fans and industry insiders.
If achieved, the projected earnings would surpass the record set by Akindele’s previous blockbuster, A Tribe Called Judah, which made history as the first Nigerian movie to gross over one billion naira.
The highly anticipated film, set to continue the beloved Jenifa franchise, has already garnered significant attention with its star-studded cast and reputation for delivering captivating storytelling. Akindele’s confidence highlights the growing global appeal of Nollywood and its ability to command impressive box office figures.
As fans eagerly await the film’s release, industry watchers are keen to see if Everybody Loves Jenifa can live up to the bold prediction and set a new benchmark for Nigerian cinema.
