Funke Akindele’s latest movie, “Behind The Scenes,” has smashed box office records, grossing over ₦200 million in its opening weekend, making it the biggest opening weekend of 2025! This impressive feat breaks five opening-weekend records, solidifying Akindele’s position as the “Queen of Box Office”.
The movie, which explores the theme of black tax, features an all-star cast, including Scarlet Gomez, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, and Tobi Bakre. With its strategic release timing, heavy pre-release marketing, and Akindele’s loyal fan base, “Behind The Scenes” is expected to continue its winning streak.
Akindele’s previous film, “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” holds the record as Nollywood’s highest-grossing film, earning over ₦1.8 billion in Nigeria and additional revenue from international markets.
