Funke Akindele’s latest movie becomes first Nigerian film to sell out two screens in UK
Popular Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reached a noteworthy milestone before her most recent hit film, Everybody Loves Jenifa, premieres in the UK.
The movie, which is scheduled to open on December 20, 2024, has sold out two theatres, becoming the first Nigerian film to accomplish so in the United Kingdom.
On Sunday, December 15th, Akindele posted the incredible news on her Instagram page and thanked her admirers, whom she lovingly calls “Jenifans.”
‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ by Funke Akindele sells out two theatres in the United Kingdom.
She wrote in her post:
“Jenifans!!!!!!! You’ve outdone yourselves again. History made as the second screen for Everybody Loves Jenifa December 20th UK premiere is SOLD OUT.“
The film’s success has been hailed as a landmark achievement for Nigerian cinema, reflecting the growing international appeal of Nollywood productions.
Nile Media Entertainment, the international distributor of the film, also highlighted the achievement on social media, describing it as a historic moment.
“History made. Everybody Loves Jenifa becomes the first Nigerian film to sell out 2 screens before premiere. Jenifans, you’ve shattered records back-to-back ahead of the December 20th UK premiere. Thank you all for your unwavering support and love,” the distributor wrote.
