Funke Akindele Dominates Nigeria’s Box Office

The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, and one name consistently stands out at the top of the charts: Funke Akindele. With multiple record-breaking films to her credit, she has cemented her status as the undisputed queen of the Nigerian box office. Breaking Records with Everybody Loves Jenifa In 2024, […]

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Funke Akindele’s Behind the Scenes Hits Cinemas in December

Funke Akindele is back with another big-screen story. Her new movie, Behind the Scenes, is set to premiere in December 2025. It continues her streak of blockbuster holiday releases that dominate cinemas every year. Produced under Funke Akindele Network (FAAN), the movie explores what happens beyond fame and success. Akindele revealed that she was spiritually […]

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From Waka-Pass to Millionaire: Funke Akindele’s Breakout Moment in 1999

Before she became one of Nollywood’s most successful filmmakers, Funke Akindele was just another aspiring actress chasing auditions and collecting rejection slips. In a heartfelt video shared on her Instagram page, Akindele opened up about the moment that changed her life forever, landing the role of Bisi in the hit TV series I Need to […]

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Spotlight on Women Trailblazers Reshaping Nollywood

Women in Nollywood continue to redefine the Nigerian entertainment industry. From powerful performances to directing iconic films, producing groundbreaking content, and telling powerful stories behind the scenes, women are shaping the future of Nollywood. Beyond cinema, some actresses and filmmakers are extending their influence to online platforms like YouTube, merging traditional media with digital reach […]

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At the Height of Nollywood, Funke Akindele Proved that Evolution is the Key to Longevity

Funke Akindele’s career evolution is one of Nollywood’s most powerful success stories. From her early days on television to becoming the industry’s box office queen, Akindele has shown that adaptability and reinvention are the true keys to longevity in Nigeria’s ever-changing film industry. I remember vividly watching her breakout film Jenifa. One particular scene stood […]

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Debbie Shokoya Commends Funke Akindele’s Promotion of Her Film

Nollywood actress Debbie Shokoya took to her Instagram page to express her heartfelt gratitude to fellow actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele for generously promoting her movie on Instagram without any hesitation or expectation of payment. The actress shared that she had summoned the courage to slide into Funke Akindele’s DMs with a humble request for […]

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Women Breaking into Male Dominated Genres in Nollywood

For decades, Nollywood’s most visceral genres, action, crime, and the political thriller have been a man’s world. They were cinematic territories mapped by male directors, populated by male heroes, and defined by a distinctly patriarchal gaze. But a revolution is underway. This editorial argues that the emergence of women in these male-dominated spaces is not […]

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Nkechi Blessing Hails Funke Akindele as Nollywood’s Star Maker

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has openly expressed her admiration for Funke Akindele, referring to her as a powerful “force in the film industry who remains unstoppable and undefeated. Nkechi commends Funke Akindele’s exceptional filmmaking skills, especially highlighting her latest work, Ayetoro Town. She expressed gratitude to Funke for having faith in her and acknowledged her […]

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Drama unfolds: Femi Adebayo’s Wife Confronts Funke Akindele Over Alleged Affair

According to a report by Gistlover, a blog known for its controversial content, Nollywood actor Femi Adebayo and his wife Omotayo Sanusi are reportedly experiencing marital difficulties. Gistlover’s recent post claims that Femi Adebayo’s infidelity has led to persistent disputes in their marriage. The well known blog alleged that a confrontation erupted at Ibrahim Chatta’s […]

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“Kamo State Thanks Funke Akindele For Unwavering Support During Wife’s Delivery”

Nigerian actor and content creator Kamo State (Akinyoola Ayoola) has publicly celebrated actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele for her extraordinary support during a critical moment in his family’s life — the birth of his child. In an emotional Instagram post, Kamo expressed deep gratitude to Akindele, revealing that although he informed her late about his […]

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