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Everybody Loves Jenifa: Funke Akindele Aims for N5 Billion at the Box Office

Nollywood’s box office queen, Funke Akindele, is gearing up for the release of her much-anticipated film Everybody Loves Jenifa, set to hit cinemas on December 13, 2024. With a bold target of N5 billion in ticket sales, Akindele is determined to make history once again, building on her reputation for driving major success in the Nigerian film industry.
Speaking at the recent Exhibitor Soirée, Akindele shared her confidence in achieving this ambitious milestone. “We can beat N5 billion; I have faith,” she said, adding that her extensive marketing efforts, alongside months of promotion, will play a crucial role in reaching this goal.
Acknowledging the challenges of piracy that affected her previous film, A Tribe Called Judah, the actress emphasized the importance of protecting Everybody Loves Jenifa from similar setbacks. She called on her audience to be vigilant, stressing the need to prevent illegal recordings during screenings. “People use their phones to film… Imagine what we would have made if A Tribe Called Judah wasn’t pirated,” she explained. Akindele’s plea for security and cooperation shows her commitment to safeguarding her project’s financial success.
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The upcoming movie features a star-studded cast, with Akindele reprising her iconic role as Jenifa. Alongside her, fans can expect performances from top actors such as Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana, Jackie Appiah, Nancy Isime, and Patience Ozokwor, promising a captivating cinematic experience.
With her unwavering determination and strategic marketing plans, Funke Akindele is poised to achieve remarkable success with Everybody Loves Jenifa, setting the stage for another box office triumph.
