Nollywood actress and undisputed box office queen, Funke Akindele, is once again making history as she edges closer to breaking her own record. Taking to her Instagram page, the superstar announced that her latest cinema project, Behind The Scenes, has officially crossed the ₦1 billion mark, sending fans and movie lovers into celebration mode.
In her heartfelt message, Funke credited her success to the unwavering support of her fans, stating that without them, her journey would not have been possible. She expressed deep gratitude to everyone who showed up in cinemas, supported her brand over the years, and believed in her vision.
The filmmaker also appreciated her distributors and colleagues, including those not featured in the movie, who still came out to support her through meet-and-greet sessions. Her achievement continues to prove her dominance in the Nigerian film industry.
“Over the years, I’ve always valued my fans, because without God and you, I am nobody.
Thank you all for coming out to watch this movie and for supporting my brand through the years.
Thank you to the distributors, and especially to my colleagues, including those not in the movie, who still came out to meet and greet my fans.
Big love to the cast and crew. This is only the beginning. Let’s take BEHIND THE SCENES even further.
If you haven’t seen it yet, please come watch with your family and friends.
BehindTheScenes is now showing in the UK & IRELAND 🇬🇧🇮🇪
USA 🇺🇸 January 9. Ticket link in bio”.
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Nollywood powerhouse and box office queen Funke Akindele continues to inspire many as she reflects on her incredible journey in the film industry. Earlier this month, the award-winning actress celebrated 27 years in Nollywood, crediting God’s favour, relentless hard work, and discipline for how far she has come.
She openly shared that her secret to continuous success lies in stepping outside her comfort zone, stressing that growth is fueled by consistency, focus, and unwavering dedication.
Funke also looked back on her early days, revealing that there was a time when she had no spotlight, only big dreams and faith in the process. Through patience, growth, and grace, those dreams eventually turned into purpose.
This year, she shattered her own record as Everybody Loves Jenifa became the highest-grossing film in West Africa, earning ₦1.6 billion. Passionate about filmmaking and perfection, Funke encouraged young creatives to embrace hustle, resilience, and hard work, reminding them that the journey, though tough, is always worth it.
