Data from the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN) shows that the comedy-drama has earned over N640 million after spending only nine weeks in theatres. As reported on Pulse, the 2022 release is now the highest grossing Nollywood movie of all time. This title was previously held by ‘Omo Ghetto: The Saga’, also made by…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has spoken up on the influence of the “King of Boys,” Sola Sobowale, on her career. In a post to celebrate Sobowale’s 59th birthday, Akindele shared her first encounter with the veteran actress. She recounted how she met Sobowale on a film set and walked up to her to…
Funke Akindele’s ‘Battle on Buka Street’ is currently leading the Nigerian Box Office. Over the weekend, the comedy grossed almost N50 million, passing James Cameron’s ‘Avatar 2’ (N44 million); a rare feat for local movies. While Akindele’s movie enjoyed an 8% increase from December 23rd-25th, ‘Avatar 2’ appears to be losing steam, falling behind by…
Despite being caught in the raging controversy of her separation from her husband, JJC Skillz (born Rasheed Bello), popular Nigerian actress and movie producer, Funke Akindele has a reason to celebrate following her invitation to join the Oscars. The Nigerian actress recently received an invitation to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences…
