According to The Whistler, Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele is on the verge of a historic achievement as her latest film, Behind The Scenes, nears 450,000 cinema admissions. This milestone would solidify her position as the first Nigerian filmmaker to reach such a high volume of ticket sales for a single title, further cementing her dominance in the domestic commercial film landscape.
The success of the film comes despite a challenging economic environment where average cinema ticket prices have climbed to between ₦7,000 and ₦8,000. Akindele currently holds five of the top ten spots for the highest-admitting films in Nigeria, showcasing a consistent ability to draw audiences regardless of market fluctuations.
Industry analysts suggest that this continued momentum reflects a deepening trust in the “Funke Akindele” brand and a growing appetite for high-quality indigenous storytelling. As Behind The Scenes continues its theatrical run, the industry is watching to see exactly how high the new benchmark will be set for future releases.
* “Funke Akindele is on the verge of making history at the Nigerian Box Office as her latest film approaches an unprecedented 450,000 cinema admissions.” — The Whistler (Digital News)
* “Akindele now accounts for five of the top 10 highest-admitting films in Nigeria, reinforcing her dominance.” — Aisha Bello, Journalist (X/Twitter)
Echotitbits take: Funke Akindele is effectively the “Box Office Queen” of Nigeria, and this latest feat proves that her formula—combining relatable humor with high production value—remains undefeated. Watch for a potential shift in how other producers price their tickets; if Funke can sell out at ₦8,000, the “premium” Nollywood era is officially here to stay.
Source: The Whistler — https://thewhistler.ng/funke-akindeles-latest-blockbuster-to-smash-box-office-milestones/ February 17, 2026
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