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Funke Akindele’s Everybody Loves Jenifa Breaks Records.

Author: eiiNajia
Last updated: Wednesday 4 June 2025

Funke Akindele’s Everybody Loves Jenifa Breaks Records.

Funke Akindele's latest film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, has made history by becoming the highest-grossing Nigerian film of all time, surpassing her previous record with A Tribe Called Judah. The movie achieved this milestone by grossing over ₦1.88 billion at the box office.  
🎬 Film Overview
Everybody Loves Jenifa is the sixth installment in the popular Jenifa franchise, which began in 2008. The film continues the comedic and dramatic adventures of Jenifa, a character beloved for her humor and resilience. Directed by Funke Akindele and Tunde Olaoye, the movie features a star-studded cast, including Falz, Nancy Isime, Stan Nze, Jackie Appiah, and Juliana Olayode.  
📈 Box Office Milestones
Opening Day Success: The film set a new record for the highest opening day gross for a Nollywood film, earning ₦45.2 million.  
First Week Earnings: Within its first week, Everybody Loves Jenifa amassed ₦355.1 million, marking it as a significant commercial success.  
Rapid Ascent: The movie reached ₦1 billion in just 19 days, becoming the fastest Nollywood title to achieve this feat.  
Total Gross: By early 2025, the film's total gross had climbed to ₦1.88 billion, solidifying its position at the top of Nigeria's box office rankings.  

🌍 International Reception
Everybody Loves Jenifa also performed impressively on the international stage, earning $100,000 during its opening week in cinemas across the diaspora. This achievement reportedly marks the largest opening weekend for a Nollywood film outside Africa.  
🎥 Franchise Legacy
The Jenifa franchise has been a cornerstone of Nigerian cinema, with its blend of humor and social commentary resonating with audiences. The success of Everybody Loves Jenifa not only underscores Funke Akindele's prowess as a filmmaker but also highlights the growing global appeal of Nollywood productions.  

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