“A TRIBE CALLED JUDAH” The First Nigerian Movie to Earn 1BN naira ($1.1M; £900,000) in Domestic Theaters
Celebrate the monumental achievement of Funke Akindele and her blockbuster film, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’! Breaking records and rewriting the narrative, this cinematic masterpiece has etched its name in the annals of Nollywood history by becoming the first movie to gross an astounding 1 billion Naira within a mere 21 days of hitting the theaters.
Funke Akindele, a trailblazing actress and the creative force behind this remarkable film, took to her Instagram page to express her gratitude, saying, “Thank You LORD!!! Thank NIGERIA!!, Thank you GHANA!!” It’s a moment of pride for both the Nigerian and Ghanaian cinema industries.
From its opening weekend where it grossed over N133m to becoming the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2023 with a staggering N613m within the first 14 days, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ continued to surpass expectations. This cinematic gem reached a pinnacle on January 2, setting a new record as the highest-grossing Nollywood film ever with an impressive N854m at the box office within just 18 days in cinemas.
Let’s not forget the significance of this accomplishment – Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ has outshone her own previous successes, ‘Battle on Buka Street’ and ‘Omo Ghetto,’ which held the second and third positions as the highest-grossing films at the Nigerian box office.
To all the fans and followers, it’s time to join in the celebration! Share the joy, spread the word, and let’s applaud this incredible feat in African cinema. Funke Akindele’s dedication and creativity have not only entertained but also made history. Here’s to more groundbreaking successes in the world of Nollywood! 🎉
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