Nollywood powerhouse Funke Akindele has once again proven why she’s widely regarded as the Queen of the Nigerian box office. Her newest film, Behind The Scenes, opened to a spectacular ₦200 million-plus in its opening weekend, setting a new commercial benchmark in the Nigerian film industry.
💥 A Record-Breaking Opening
Released nationwide on December 12, 2025, Behind The Scenes surpassed ₦200 million in its first weekend of theatrical release — the biggest opening of 2025 so far. The film recorded approximately 34,548 admissions, a stellar turnout that reflects strong audience demand and widespread anticipation.
The movie also broke five opening-weekend box office records, dethroning previous leaders and firmly asserting its commercial dominance at cinemas across the country.
🌟 Star-Studded Cast & Compelling Narrative
Part of the film’s irresistible pull lies in its ensemble cast, featuring some of Nollywood’s biggest names including:
- Scarlet Gomez
- Iyabo Ojo
- Destiny Etiko
- Tobi Bakre
- Uche Montana
- Uzor Arukwe
- Ini Dima-Okojie
- Adebowale “Mr Macaroni”
…and more. Innovation Village
Beyond its comedic edge, Behind The Scenes delivers an insightful look at the complexities of filmmaking, tackling themes like ambition, conflict, personal sacrifice, and the psychological cost of success — all woven into a narrative that resonates with audiences across demographics.
🎥 What This Means for Nollywood
This achievement further cements Funke Akindele’s reputation as Nollywood’s most bankable filmmaker. Her films have repeatedly rewritten box office records — a pattern that includes massive hits such as Everybody Loves Jenifa and A Tribe Called Judah, both of which performed exceptionally well in previous runs.
With this latest milestone, Akindele continues to push the boundaries of Nigerian cinema, proving that local content can compete with international releases and continue to drive significant revenue and audience engagement.
📈 What’s Next
As Behind The Scenes continues its theatrical run, early indicators suggest it will maintain strong momentum in the weeks ahead — both commercially and culturally. Keep an eye on ticket sales, as this film is poised to become one of the standout Nollywood hits of 2025.
📰 References
- Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes opened to over ₦200 million in its debut weekend, marking a major milestone for Nollywood cinema. ripplesnigeria.com
- The film became the first Nollywood movie in 2025 to hit the ₦200 million mark in its opening weekend and broke multiple opening-weekend records with strong nationwide turnout. Innovation Village
- Box-office reporting confirms the movie grossed more than ₦200 million in three days, achieving the highest opening of the year so far. Nairametrics
- Entertainment outlets also note the strong nationwide performance and box office figures. The Guardian Nigeria
- Additional coverage highlights Akindele’s dominance as a box-office draw with her latest release. Marketing Edge Magazine
- National press reports Behind The Scenes as the biggest opening weekend of 2025, crossing the ₦200 million benchmark. The Nation Newspaper
- Behind The Scenes continues its box-office run with confirmations from multiple Nigerian news outlets. New Telegraph
