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  • Toyin Abraham’s ‘Oversabi Aunty’ Crosses ₦380m in 11 Days, Distributor Says

    Toyin Abraham’s ‘Oversabi Aunty’ Crosses ₦380m in 11 Days, Distributor Says

    2025-12-30 14:00:00
    According to Punch, FilmOne Entertainment announced that Toyin Abraham’s “Oversabi Aunty” has grossed over ₦380 million in 11 days, with an updated figure published as of December 29.
    The update positions the film as one of the season’s strongest cinema performers, keeping momentum alive through verified public box-office numbers.
    Online amplification has helped sustain the storyline beyond opening weekend, as fans track progress against other holiday releases.

    Vanguard also carried the same update, repeating the phrase “Oversabi box office takeover,” while Film/industry Instagram pages posted “grossing over N380 million in just 11 days…”

    Echotitbits take:
    Weekly verified numbers are becoming a content engine for Nollywood. Watch for overseas screening rollouts, extended runs, and whether competing releases trigger another “numbers weekend” as studios chase holiday dominance.
    Source: Punch — December 29, 2025 — https://punchng.com/toyin-abrahams-oversabi-aunty-film-grosses-over-%e2%82%a6380m-in-11-days/?amp=
    Punch
    2025-12-29
    Photo Credit: Nollywood Reporter

  • Nkechi Blessing hints she’s stepping back from film production over “losses”

    Nkechi Blessing hints she’s stepping back from film production over “losses”

    Photo Credit: The Nation
    2025-12-28 07:25:00

    A report by The Nation says actress Nkechi Blessing has suggested she may stop film production, citing financial losses and frustration with the business side of making movies.

    The comments have fueled online debate about whether Nollywood economics are pushing more talent toward influencing, brand deals, and direct-to-audience formats.

    Also noted by Kemi Filani (Website): “Nkechi Blessing hints on abandoning movie production due to losses.” (https://www.kemifilani.ng/)

    Separately, The Nation (Website) reported: “…might stop film production due to losses…” (https://thenationonlineng.net/)

    Echotitbits take: If producers can’t recoup transparently, the industry risks a talent drain into faster-paying lanes. Watch for whether she shares specifics (distribution, marketing costs, piracy, or platform terms); that detail is what turns a viral quote into an industry conversation.

    Source: The Nation — December 27, 2025 — https://thenationonlineng.net/nkechi-blessing-hints-at-abandoning-movie-production/

    The Nation December 27, 2025

  • ‘Seven Doors’ and ‘Farmer’s Bride’ lead the night as 2025 BON Awards crown winners

    ‘Seven Doors’ and ‘Farmer’s Bride’ lead the night as 2025 BON Awards crown winners

    Photo credit: Best of Nollywood Awards (Instagram profile)

    According to TheCable Lifestyle, the 2025 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards ceremony celebrated standout films and performances, with major wins spread across top titles.

    The event’s headline story was the strong showing by ‘Seven Doors’ alongside ‘Farmer’s Bride’, as the awards spotlighted craft categories and marquee acting honors.

    Beyond trophies, the winners list has already started shaping audience watchlists and streaming demand going into the year-end holidays.

    • Premium Times (website): “Femi Adebayo’s cinematic thriller ‘Seven Doors’ was the biggest winner at the 2025 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards…”
    • The Eagle Online (website): “Seven Doors shines at 2025 BON Awards + Full list of winners…”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: BON’s winners list is a quick signal for what Nollywood’s industry tastemakers believe is ‘working’ right now—and it often influences acquisition decisions, streaming placements, and promo budgets. Watch for post-awards reruns, new distribution announcements, and a surge in cast interviews as studios try to convert trophies into ticket/streaming momentum.

    Source: TheCable Lifestyle — 2025-12-15 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/full-list-seven-doors-farmers-bride-win-big-at-2025-bon-awards/
    2025-12-15