A TikTok video by @nollywood_network shows thousands of fans venting their frustration after Funke Akindele’s record-breaking film *Behind The Scenes* failed to clinch the “Best Movie” and “Best Supporting Actress” awards at the 12th AMVCA. Despite grossing over N2 billion at the box office and dominating cultural conversations, the film lost out to Linda Ejiofor’s *The Herd*.
Akindele, who played the role of Adetutu Fernandez—a character navigating the complexities of “black tax”—was widely expected to win based on fan polls and critical acclaim. The loss has reignited debates about the criteria used by the AMVCA jury versus public sentiment.
Social media has been flooded with “Justice for Funke” hashtags, with many arguing that commercial success and cultural impact should carry more weight in award deliberations. Some fans have even suggested that the awards are biased against “box office queens.”
Despite the lack of wins, the film remains a massive success, proving that Akindele’s “Midas touch” in the Nigerian cinema space is still very much intact.
**Punch Newspapers** noted that “Funke Akindele emerged as one of the most discussed snubs,” adding that many believed her role “deserved stronger recognition.” On X (formerly Twitter), entertainment commentator **Steve Chuks** posted: “Awards are great, but the numbers and the impact don’t lie—Funke is still the GOAT.”
**Echotitbits take:**
The tension between “critical darlings” and “commercial giants” is a tale as old as time, but in Nollywood, it’s becoming a flashpoint. This snub might actually benefit Akindele by cementing her “underdog” status among the masses, despite her massive wealth. Expect her next project to double down on relatable, grassroots storytelling.
Source: Punch Newspapers — https://punchng.com/full-list-biggest-award-snubs-from-2026-amvca-night/ May 10, 2026
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