Funke Akindele’s ‘Behind The Scenes’ Hits ₦2.4B, FG Film Corporation Applauds

The Nigeria Film Corporation (NFC) has officially commended filmmaker Funke Akindele for the historic box office performance of her latest film, ‘Behind The Scenes’. According to a statement by NFC Managing Director Ali Nuhu, the film has grossed over ₦2.4 billion, making it the first Nigerian film to surpass ₦2 billion.

The corporation highlighted that the film set records as the fastest in West Africa to hit ₦1 billion, achieved the highest single-day gross on Boxing Day, and is now the top-grossing Nollywood title in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Key Points

The film’s unprecedented earnings signify a major commercial breakthrough for Nollywood, demonstrating its massive domestic market potential.
Its international success in the UK and Ireland showcases the growing global appeal and distribution reach of Nigerian cinema.
The federal recognition underscores the film’s role in advancing the cultural and economic objectives of the national film industry.
The achievement is attributed to strategic production, distribution, and a strong ensemble cast, highlighting a more mature industry approach.
The milestone sets a new benchmark for commercial success, likely influencing production budgets and investor confidence in Nollywood.

‘Behind The Scenes’ has redefined the limits of Nollywood’s commercial success, solidifying its place in cinematic history and elevating the industry’s global profile.

Sources: TheCable (Official Statement from Nigeria Film Corporation)