Funke Akindele Smashes Records with ₦2.4 Billion Film “Behind The Scenes
Funke Akindele’s new film, Behind the Scenes, has made history across West Africa after grossing ₦2.4 billion at the box office, becoming the region’s highest-grossing film of the year so far.
The movie topped weekend cinema charts and set a new commercial record, highlighting Akindele’s strong influence and consistent appeal among moviegoers. Reacting to the milestone, the actress and filmmaker expressed gratitude to her fans across West Africa, crediting their loyalty and support for the film’s success.
Akindele described the achievement as a reflection of audience belief in her storytelling, noting that every cinema visit contributed to the record-breaking run. She also acknowledged God and everyone involved in the project for their role in the accomplishment.
Produced under her Afunke Akindele Network Productions, Behind the Scenes is still showing in cinemas nationwide. Industry observers say the film’s performance points to both Akindele’s box office strength and the continued growth of the West African film industry.
