Renowned Nollywood actress and director Funke Akindele has set her sights on a historical milestone for her new film, Everybody Loves Jenifa. The actress confidently predicted that the movie would rake in an impressive ₦5 billion when it hits theaters in December.
Funke revealed her audacious prediction in a widely shared video with cast members, saying, "We are making ₦5 billion this year."
Everybody Loves Jenifa would surpass the record of A Tribe Called Judah, another of her great projects, which became the first Nigerian film to earn ₦1 billion, if her prediction comes to reality.
Fans and industry insiders alike are excited and anticipating the announcement, with many hoping to discover if the long-awaited film will meet its lofty financial goal. Funke Akindele has a history of smashing the box office, therefore Everybody Loves Jenifa is set to become a big Nollywood hit.