Everybody Loves Jenifa Shatters Records, Grossing ₦1.88 Billion

On Mar 5, 2025

Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele has once again made history, as her latest blockbuster, Everybody Loves Jenifa, dominates the Nigerian box office with a record-breaking ₦1.88 billion. This milestone cements Akindele’s status as a box office queen, setting a new benchmark for the industry.

Continuing the legacy of the beloved Jenifa franchise, the film dominated cinemas for seven consecutive weekends, securing the No. 1 spot and cementing its status as one of the highest-grossing Nollywood films of all time.

A Phenomenal Box Office Run

Since its release, Everybody Loves Jenifa has attracted massive audiences, delivering a stellar performance at the box office. Here’s a look at its remarkable earnings:

Total Gross: ₦1.88 Billion and counting! And the No. 1 Movie in Nigeria for 7 weekends.

These are the weekend performance highlights.

Dec 6 – 12: ₦16.8M (Pre-release)

Dec 13 – 15: ₦190.4M (₦207.1M Total)

Dec 20 – 22: ₦157.5M (₦513.1M Total)

Dec 27 – 29: ₦250M (₦1.035B Total)

Jan 17 – 19: ₦53.4M (₦1.711B Total)

Jan 24 – 26: ₦40.7M (₦1.775B Total)

Jan 31 – Feb 2: ₦26.5M (₦1.820B Total)

Feb 7 – 9: ₦13.1M (₦1.848B Total)

Feb 14 – 16: ₦13.2M (₦1.866B Total)

Feb 21 – 23: ₦6.8M (₦1.879B Total) Nollywood’s Box Office Queen

With this milestone, Funke Akindele cements her reputation as Nollywood’s most bankable filmmaker. Everybody Loves Jenifa builds on the success of her previous record-breaking hits, including Battle on Buka Street and Omo Ghetto: The Saga.

Akindele’s signature blend of comedy, drama, and relatable storytelling continues to captivate audiences, proving to be a winning formula. Her success not only highlights her influence in Nollywood but also underscores the growing demand for authentic, homegrown stories that deeply resonate with Nigerian viewers.

What’s Next for Everybody Loves Jenifa?

As the film’s box office success continues to soar, fans are buzzing with anticipation about the future of the Jenifa universe. Given Funke Akindele’s impressive track record, more surprises could be on the horizon. Meanwhile, excitement is already building for her next project—Finding Me—set to premiere on Prime Video on March 16, 2025.

Pulse/Oluchi